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HOW TO MAKE SARDINE GRAVY AND BOILED CASSAVA

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Sardine Gravy and Boiled Cassava

Cultural Context

Sardine Gravy and Boiled Cassava is a beloved dish in Nigeria, often enjoyed as a comforting meal. It showcases the use of readily available ingredients, reflecting the resourcefulness of local cooking traditions. The combination of sardines and cassava represents a staple protein and carbohydrate pairing, commonly found in many African households. Today, variations exist across different regions, with some incorporating various spices or vegetables to enhance flavor.

AfricanNGmain
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 packs sardines
frozen cassava
yellow onion
tomatoes
1 habanero pepper
jalapeno pepper
dry chili
garlic
green bell pepper
red bell pepper
salt
1 seasoning cube
black pepper
savory nutritional yeast flakes

sardines

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: tuna

Mackerel offers similar flavor with less cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots add sweetness with lower calories.

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes are nutritious and widely available.

1

Boil water in a pot with a little bit of salt.

2

Add frozen cassava to boiling water and cover to cook.

3

In a separate pan, fry garlic and chili pepper until onions are translucent.

4

Add habanero pepper, jalapeno pepper, bell pepper, and tomatoes to the pan.

5

Season with salt, black pepper, and savory seasoning.

6

Add sardines to the pan and break them up gently.

7

Reduce heat to medium-low and let it cook for 15 minutes.

8

Check cassava with a fork to see if it's ready, then drain water.

9

Plate the cassava and sardine gravy.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Sardine Stew with CassavaSardine Sauce and Cassava

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