This traditional Sierra Leonean stew is made with cassava leaves, tomatoes, onions, garlic, chilies, and a variety of spices. The combination of flavors makes this stew a delicious and hearty meal. It is best served with a side of rice or cooked plantains.
Ingredients
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2 cups cassava leaves
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2 cups chopped tomatoes
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1 cup chopped onions
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3 cloves minced garlic
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1 teaspoon dried chili flakes
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons olive oil
stew
African
Sierra Leone
cassava leaves
Main Course
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- short description
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Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the onions and garlic and cook until softened.
Add the cassava leaves, tomatoes, and spices and stir to combine.
Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
Serve with rice or cooked plantains.
- detailed description
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Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the cassava leaves, tomatoes, chili flakes, ginger, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the stew is cooked, adjust the seasoning to taste and serve with rice or cooked plantains.
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