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Pasico

Cultural Context

Pasico is a traditional dish from South Sudan, often enjoyed during communal meals and celebrations. It reflects the agricultural heritage of the region, utilizing locally sourced ingredients like maize and seasonal vegetables. The dish is a staple that brings families together, showcasing the importance of sharing food in South Sudanese culture. Today, variations of Pasico can be found across East Africa, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

South SudaneseSSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cup water
smoked ham
a bunch of collard greens
1 cup sesame paste
1 onion
1 tomato
1 chicken cube
black pepper to taste
1 tsp basil
1/2 tsp cumin

maize flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain flour adds nutrients while cornmeal is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale provides similar nutrients, and collard greens are often less expensive.

1

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

2

Add the chicken cube and black pepper to the boiling water.

3

Add collard greens and cook until tender.

4

In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent.

5

Add diced tomato and cook until softened.

6

Stir in smoked ham and cook until heated through.

7

Add sesame paste, basil, and cumin; mix well.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

large potpanwooden spoonknifecutting board

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