How to Cook Cameroon Mbongo Tchobi/ Cameroon black sauce

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is more affordable.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor with lower cost.

bitter leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is easier to find and less bitter.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade mixes can be healthier and more flavorful.

Chop garlic, pepper, tomatoes, onion, and leeks.

Blend all fresh ingredients together in a blender.

Pour the blended spices into the fish.

Add seasoning cubes and salt to the fish and mix well.

Place a pot on the fire and let it cook.

Prepare yam by peeling, washing, and placing it in a pot with salt and water to cook.

Check the sauce after boiling for a while and add white pepper powder.

Let the sauce boil for a little longer.

Drain the water from the cooked yams and serve with the sauce.

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