THE BEST ABACHA//AFRICAN SALAD//HOW TO PREPARE ABACHA

fermented African locust beans

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: soybeans

Tofu provides a similar texture and protein content.

abacha (fermented African breadfruit)

🥗Healthier: cooked rice

💰Cheaper: pasta

Cooked rice or pasta can mimic the texture of abacha.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

ugba (oil bean)

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: cooked beans

Avocado can provide creaminess, while cooked beans are budget-friendly.

Cook and fry the fish, then set aside.

Cook the pomo and set aside, turning it in oil and spices after cooking.

Soak the dried cassava in cold water for 2 minutes, then drain well.

In a pan, pour in palm oil and ogiri, mixing well.

Add the seasoning cube and salt to the oil and mix until dissolved.

Add the soaked cassava bit by bit, mixing well to ensure it absorbs the oil and ingredients.

Add ground crayfish and ground pepper, flipping everything together gently to combine.

Taste for salt and adjust if necessary.

Garnish and enjoy the abacha.

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