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Liberian Style Spaghetti

Cultural Context

Originating from Liberia, this dish reflects the country's diverse culinary influences, combining Italian pasta with local ingredients like ground beef and vegetables. It's a staple in many households, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, Liberian Style Spaghetti has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in other West African countries and among the Liberian diaspora.

LiberianLRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 box spaghetti
habanero pepper
1 garlic
1 cup vegetable oil
bell peppers
onion
tomato paste
boiled eggs
shrimp
hot dogs
kibasa sausage
adobo
black pepper
salt
1 vita cube
extra virgin olive oil

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey lowers fat content while ground pork is often less expensive.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes provide a lighter flavor while crushed tomatoes are budget-friendly.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini offers similar texture with fewer calories, while carrots are economical.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

1

Boil eggs and spaghetti water with salt and extra virgin olive oil.

2

Blend habanero pepper, onion, garlic, and vita cube in a nutribullet.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a pot and fry the blended mixture for 5 minutes.

4

Add black pepper, adobo, tomato paste, shrimp, and sausages to the pot; stir and cook for a few minutes.

5

Add water to the sauce and cover; let it cook for 7 minutes.

6

Break spaghetti in half and add to boiling water; cook until al dente.

7

Drain spaghetti and add to the sauce; mix well.

8

Add boiled eggs to the spaghetti and sauce mixture.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potnutribullet

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

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