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African Salad (Abacha)

Igbo salad - ceremonial dish. This authentic Nigerian african salad (abacha) brings traditional flavors to your kitchen. Worth the moderate effort.

13
Prep (min)
31
Cook (min)
6
Servings
240
Calories

Ingredients

  • dried cassava
  • palm oil
  • ugba
  • garden egg
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • curry to taste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare all ingredients: dried cassava, palm oil, ugba. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

  2. 2

    Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and curry. Let marinate 1-2 hours.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Frying tomato base - this is essential for authentic Nigerian flavor.

  5. 5

    Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

  7. 7

    Season with curry and thyme. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately while hot.

  9. 9

    Garnish and serve with traditional jollof rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

240
Calories
14g
Protein
58g
Carbs
18g
Fat

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