How to cook traditional Gambian dish: Lakh Njineh Jobe | Recipe | My Gambia | My Magazine

jobe seeds

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a nutritious substitute while rice is more affordable.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, and canned tuna is economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, and pork can be less expensive.

Soak jobe seeds in water overnight to soften.

Boil jobe seeds in fresh water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Drain and set aside the cooked jobe seeds.

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and green peppers; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add the cooked jobe seeds and stir to combine with the vegetables.

Season with salt, pepper, and bay leaves; mix well.

Add fish or chicken and any desired vegetables; stir to combine.

Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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