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Garden Eggs Abomu

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Garden Eggs Abomu is a cherished dish that showcases the versatility of garden eggs, also known as African eggplants. Traditionally, it is enjoyed as a hearty meal, often served during family gatherings or celebrations. This dish highlights the importance of local ingredients and communal dining in Ghanaian culture, and it has adapted over time, with variations incorporating different proteins or spices to cater to diverse tastes.

GhanaianGHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
green plantains
garden eggs (eggplants)
1 tomato
1/4 onion
1.5 habanero peppers
water
salt
groundnut (peanuts)
smoked fish
crayfish
palm oil
any oil of your choice

garden eggs

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: eggplant

Zucchini provides a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while canned tuna is more affordable.

1

Peel and scrape the green plantains.

2

Cut the plantains in half.

3

Transfer the plantains and garden eggs to a cooking pot.

4

Add the tomato, onion, habanero peppers, and water to the pot.

5

Season with salt and cover the pot, cooking until the veggies are done.

6

Grind the habanero peppers until smooth.

7

Grind the onion until smooth.

8

Grind the tomato until smooth.

9

Add groundnut (peanuts) to the mixture and grind.

10

Add pieces of smoked fish to the mixture and grind.

11

Deseed the garden eggs and grind them to preferred smoothness.

12

In a pan, add oil (preferably palm oil) and pieces of smoked fish.

13

Add onions to the pan and stir, then turn off the heat to keep the onions crunchy.

14

Pour the palm oil sauce over the mixture and serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingblendingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

cooking potpangrinderknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Garden Egg StewAbomu

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