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Ebeh

Cultural Context

Ebeh is a traditional dish from Sierra Leone, often enjoyed during communal gatherings and celebrations. It showcases the rich culinary heritage of the country, combining local ingredients like palm oil and groundnut paste to create a hearty stew. In modern times, variations of Ebeh can be found across West Africa, reflecting regional tastes and ingredient availability.

Sierra LeoneanSLmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cassava
1 cup sweet potato
2 ripe plantains
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 lb chicken
1 tablespoon pepper
1 medium onion
2 fresh tomatoes
1/4 cup spring onions
1 cup palm oil
2 seasoning cubes (Maggie)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier than palm oil.

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Peanut butter is more accessible and offers similar flavor.

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is easier to find and less bitter.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is budget-friendly.

1

Peel the cassava and wash it thoroughly.

2

Boil water in a pot and add the cleaned cassava.

3

Add chicken to the pot along with blended pepper and onions.

4

Add cocoa to the pot.

5

Add palm oil and maggie seasoning to the pot.

6

Peel the plantain just before adding it to the pot.

7

Add the plantain to the pot when ready.

8

Allow the mixture to cook until done.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Ebeh SoupEbeh Stew

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