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HOW TO MAKE A GAMBIAN BREAKFAST | SIPA SIPA SAUCE | AKA PRAWN SAUCE 😋

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Sipa Sipa Sauce

Cultural Context

Sipa Sipa Sauce hails from The Gambia, where it is often enjoyed as a dip or condiment. Traditionally made with ground peanuts, this sauce reflects the country's agricultural heritage, celebrating local ingredients. It is commonly served with rice or used in stews, showcasing the Gambian love for rich, nutty flavors. In modern cuisine, Sipa Sipa has gained popularity beyond its borders, inspiring variations in other West African countries and among global food enthusiasts.

GambianGMother
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
prawns
4 large onions
lots of garlic
1 tube tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 red chili pepper
water

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almond butter offers a similar creamy texture with less fat.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides heart-healthy fats.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers reduce heat while maintaining flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds a zesty flavor similar to lemon.

1

Clean the prawns and set them aside.

2

Slice 4 large onions and set them aside.

3

Chop garlic into small pieces and soak in cold water if frozen.

4

Heat oil in a pan and add the sliced onions; fry for 3-5 minutes until softened.

5

Add the chopped garlic and fry for a couple more minutes until browned.

6

Add half a tube of tomato paste and mix well with the onions and garlic.

7

Add the prawns to the mixture and stir.

8

Pour in a sufficient amount of water and mix well.

9

Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce is ready.

Cooking Techniques

roastingblendingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

panknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Sipa SauceSipaPeanut Sauce

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