How to make Acheke?| Sierra Leone

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: white rice

Sweet potato offers a similar texture with added nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides protein for vegetarians.

chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner and can be more affordable.

Peel and grate cassava into a bowl.

Rinse grated cassava under cold water to remove excess starch.

Steam the cassava in a covered pot for about 30 minutes until tender.

Let the steamed cassava cool and fluff it with a fork.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Add cooked fish or chicken to the skillet, mixing well with the vegetables.

Season with salt and spices to taste, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Serve the cassava on a plate topped with the fish or chicken mixture.

Garnish with sliced cucumber, avocado, and lime juice.

Cooking Techniques

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