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Mon riz au soumara à korogho /my ivorian soumara rice 🇨🇮

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Soumara Rice

Cultural Context

Soumara rice is a cherished dish from Côte d'Ivoire, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It reflects the rich agricultural heritage of the region, showcasing local ingredients like rice, vegetables, and proteins. Today, it is a staple in many Ivorian households and has gained popularity in neighboring countries, often adapted with various proteins and spices to suit local tastes.

IvorianCImain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 bell pepper
1 medium carrot
1 cup peas
1 lb chicken
2 teaspoons spices
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon thyme
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 cup cabbage
4 oz dried fish
1 medium tomato

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

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

1

Boil the chicken in water with seasoning.

2

Prepare the ingredients, cleaning the vegetables like onion and bell pepper.

3

Add water to the rice and season it well.

4

Cover the rice with a bag and let it cook until the water is reduced.

5

Fry the boiled chicken in oil until golden and tender.

6

In the same pan, add chopped cabbage and onion, and mix well.

7

Add bell pepper, spices, and optional dried fish for flavor.

8

Add chopped tomato for color and let it simmer.

9

Mix in the fried chicken and let it cook together.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

potpanknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Rice SoumaraIvorian Rice

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