How To Make Okongobong With Egusi - Cameroonian Food - Precious Core

egusi seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide similar texture and flavor.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

stockfish

🥗Healthier: smoked fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Smoked fish adds depth without high cost.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and similar in texture.

Toast egusi seeds in a dry pan until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Grind toasted egusi seeds into a fine powder using a blender or mortar.

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the ground egusi and stir well to combine with the onion mixture.

Gradually add water to achieve desired consistency, stirring constantly.

Incorporate chopped spinach and allow to wilt for 2-3 minutes.

Add fish and meat, cooking until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Season with seasoning cubes, salt, and pepper to taste.

Add bitter leaf and crayfish, stirring to combine.

Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.

Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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