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Tasty and delicious PEMAHUN, made in Sierra Leone.

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Pemahun

Cultural Context

Pemahun is a traditional dish from Sierra Leone, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It reflects the country's rich culinary heritage, showcasing local ingredients like palm oil and fresh vegetables. Today, Pemahun is cherished both locally and in the diaspora, with variations emerging that adapt to different tastes and available ingredients.

Sierra LeoneanSLmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups potato leaves
1/2 cup palm oil
2 scotch bonnet peppers
2 seasoning cubes
1 lb fish
4 cups water

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

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein that's lower in cost.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner while pork can be more affordable.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: homemade spice mix

Herbs provide flavor without added sodium.

1

Wash the potato leaves and slice them finely.

2

Put water inside a pot and bring it to a boil.

3

Add the sliced potato leaves and compress them inside the pot to steam together.

4

Add palm oil and Maggie seasoning to the pot.

5

Mix everything together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingsteaming

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonmeasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

PemaunPemaun Rice

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