Spaghetti au Soumbala et au poulet. Plat local du Burkina Faso 🇧🇫

soumbala

🥗Healthier: fermented soybean paste

💰Cheaper: miso

Miso provides a similar umami flavor at a lower cost.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein alternative.

Boil water in a pot and add salt.

Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook until al dente.

In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant.

Add diced chicken to the pot and cook until browned.

Incorporate chopped tomato and bell pepper, cooking until softened.

Stir in soumbala and mix well, cooking for an additional few minutes.

Season with salt and dried chili to taste.

Add cooked spaghetti to the pot and toss to combine with the sauce.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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