336738 submitted by africanbite. At this point, you are free to add some water or stock (if necessary) to the stew to lighten it up to your taste. I eat them with grilled chicken. It looked stale, limp and sorry. Mr N took the meal to work and when he got back home, he said, "that vegetable was gooooooood!". From that time, I have experimented greatly with spinach. Taste for Salt and Seasoning, adjust if necessary. Then in our early days here, one day we visited a Ugandan family. A … E Pele MA, Spinach leaves alone have a bitter taste and are sold fresh or dried. In medium heavy saucepan, brown meat in oil, turning occasionally, until meat is fork tender. The pepper can be frozen at this point and you may thaw it when you are ready to use it for your stew or any other purpose. Other add-ins like Ginger, Garlic, Tomato paste are also added together with some spices. Cook until the water is released from the ingredients but there is no browning. It didn't look like vegetable to me. […], […] need to do is thaw the spinach and squeeze out the excess water. To make the stewed spinach, you need to saute the onions, fry the tomatoes, add in crayfish and all other ingredients and mix. My brother-in-law who was to receive us asked us to buy all sorts of dried vegetables - bitterleaf, njama njama, we even bought dried waterleaf (all popular leafy greens in Cameroon). This Turkey stew is a classic affair. stew beef 1/2c. 99. To make this vegan, use mushrooms in place of chicken and shrimp. Find stewed spinach recipes here and […], Your email address will not be published. I am Precious Nkeih, the recipe developer and writer right here on my blog, Precious Core. This African stew is popular in some West African countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and Cameroon. I will be working on your request soon. Be sure to stir from time to time so the tomatoes don't burn. easy food for busy mom. ... easy and healthier stew made with lots of spinach, and full of nutritional benefits. olive oil 1 bouillon cube 1/2 onions diced 1 smoke turkey beck bones (cut) Directions: Directions: Season beef and put in medium sauce pot with smoked turkey neck bone. It was yum! It is really good! Wehh I miss butter-pear like crazy. There are some other variations of the African stew out there, but none compare to this. These are the local spinach varieties that are very popular and easily available. Serve warm with boiled plantains, cassava (yuca roots), yams or even rice. Cut smoked fish or turkey in small 1/2 inch pieces. your husband is blessed. I eat them with stewed beans. It is one of my most beloved comfort food of all time. I was surprised to see fresh greens so I asked how they made it and they told me it was a melange of collard greens and spinach. This stew is made with Peppers, Tomatoes, and Onions.Other add-ins like Ginger, Garlic, Tomato paste are also added together with some spices.. These leaves have a soft texture and a mild spinach … I agree with Kachee. It is really that easy. Then fry till the onions become limp. #cheflolaskitchen. Take pride in your recipes and blogs. This is made in heaven for pounded yam! Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, and pour the blended mixture into the oil. 99. Add chopped onions. Thanks, Winifred, I have a couple of cake recipes on this site. Stir in the boiled pepper. bag frozen spinach 1 lb. How do you cook the smoked Turkey? Yummy, wow just the picture makes one salivate. Add crayfish into the pot and stir. Efo Riro is a thick, delicious stew made with meat, offal, crayfish, dry fish, and green leafy vegetables. The next thing I do is to boil the peppers for about 10 to 15 minutes in order to reduce more of its water content. (Melon Seeds, Spinach & Assorted Meat) $14. https://kitchenofyouth.com/spicy-chickpea-turkey-and-tomato-pot It requires quite a number of ingredients but little work from the cook putting it all together (as long as … […], […] Monday: African stewed spinach (or stew any leafy greens following the same procedure) with a side of boiled plantains. Nov 28, 2016 - Imagine setting your Thanksgiving table with rich, smoky turkey thighs swimming in a creamy, west African "gravy" made from your choice of melon seeds (egusi) or pumpkin seeds. african; beef; ethnic; exotic; indian; leftover turkey; nigerian; paleo; pumpkin seeds; smoked turkey; Next > … All soup menu served with any of the following. 3. How to cook Spinach and turkey. Serve with peanuts and cilantro (optional) Thank you very much in advance. I eat them with stewed spinach. Thanks dear! Then, cook for 5 minutes… Now add the Smoked Turkey, stir and combine. Reduce heat and simmer until the oil separates and the sauce begins to fry, about 30 minutes; … I love keeping in touch with all of you! Finished product gives me life. The picture makes one salivate. And I love to tell stories too. You could use shrimps, fish fillet or even chicken. Other ingredients you need; some crayfish, seasoning cubes, oil and salt. E seun ma. I normally buy fresh spinach which I rinse then chop. Add in tomatoes and fry until acidity is all gone. If using fresh spinach, you will need at least 6 bundles or bags. I eat them with avocado. I love African spicy food I'm trying to cook some. Directions: 1 Dice up the onion, garlic and capsicums and place in a large pot with the heated vegetable oil and add a good pinch of salt and pepper. But I'm a pepper girl. Hope you find recipes here that will make cooking easier for you! That way they won't be too watery. Thank you in anticipation. Boil the pepper on the stove top for about 10 minutes. Your greens are ready. In a Dutch oven, warm the palm oil over medium heat, and add the onions, garlic, ginger, chile and a … Ahh! Let it cook for another five minutes or thereabout so that all these ingredients will have time to interact together in the pot. Spinach and Smoked Meat Stew is a delicious mix of beef, fish, chicken, pork and shellfish, served over rice. Pls could you explain what to do with the smoked turkey before adding it to the stew? Turkey Stew – Who doesn’t like the sound of that! This stewed spinach is soft but not too soft - it has a bit of a bite to it. Add minced garlic , thyme , cayenne or whole pepper, paprika, … My sister-in-law asked me, "wusai you take fresh njama njama?" Hopefully i'll make it sometime. Thanks for the feedback! The life has practically been cooked out of them. You can serve this stew over a plate of white Rice, Spaghetti, Couscous, you can even serve as a dip for your bread. More About Me…, Copyright © 2020 Precious Core on the Brunch Pro Theme, spinach - frozen or chopped, blanched and squeezed (1132 grams), meat/fish - I used smoked turkey and dried fish. Please just one quick question, do we have spinach here in Cameroon or can I use whats commonly called 'green'? Your Nigerian Smoked Turkey Stew is ready.. Boil water with some salt and a dash of baking soda. Bon appetite! Add in the spinach and mix well with the other ingredients until well incorporated. I boil water with some salt and a dash of baking soda. Turkey Stew - Who doesn't like the sound of that! Make the brine in advance to give it time to cool completely. Remove meat and add remaining ingredients, except for spinach. Enjoy! Strain with a colander and rinse with cold water immediately. Taste ad adjust the seasoning if required. Meat such as beef, lamb, pork, goat, cow foot and ham hock go well with okra stew. Add meat and smoked herring, if desired, and cook for 10 minutes more. I keep it simple as a side dish when I make spinach; no meat but I sometimes add cabbage (yum). Oh, so glad to hear that Nicole! This will make it easy for you to blend the peppers. Pair it with some boiled plantains, yams, cassava or even some rice if you like! My dear Precious someday when I come to the US I would love to stop by your house so I can have a taste of some of your sumptuous meals. Water will water down the taste of the stew but if you haven’t got stock, you can use water but just a cup. Welcome to my core! Awww thank you!! I eat them with stewed anything! As team #feedhusbandtillhecan'ttakeitanymore, I have decided to make 'that vegetable' a regular at our family table. If it is too dry at this point, add a tablespoon of water and stir. However, if you have a request for a specific recipe, kindly let me know I will try to put it up. Easy breezy! As always, all opinions are my own. However in this recipe, I bought "chopped spinach" from the grocery store. Transfer the pot’s remaining contents into a blender and purée. So good! Spoon the mixture into an ovenproof dish and top with ready rolled puff pastry. Finally, taste the stew and add salt and more red pepper to taste. Add cooked chicken, beef, and shrimp and water. Put the lid on the pot and bring to a simmer. Merci sis! Add your choice of Meat and cook for another 5 minutes or till you achieve your desired consistency. Here you will find approachable, insanely delicious, family-friendly recipes. Brown-looking vegetables are a turn-off for me. Preheat the oil in a pot. I discovered that it works well with spinach only - no need to add the collard greens. Check me out on YouTube at YouTube.com/PreciousKitchen. I boil plunge the spinach into the boiling water then cover for 2 - 5 minutes. The African Stewed Spinach also popularly known as Efo riro is a one-pot stew with layers of flavor. My auntie from Liberia always made spinach stew but I paid more attention to eating it than learning to make it. I am not a big fan of vegetables ( I lived with my aunt one time and I ate so much vegetable I just didn't like it again) but I would totally eat this with pounded yam, garri or rice. When cooking the stew, make sure you keep an eye on it, sometimes it gets too thick and you may need to add water or stock at this point. Once you have washed the peppers, Onions, and Tomatoes, the next thing to do is to cut them into chunks. Pounded Yam (Yam Flour) Amala (Yam/Cassava Flour) Banku (Corn and Cassava) I boiled and grilled it before in the oven but it didn't come nice. 4. www.eatingwell.com/recipe/270568/hearty-chickpea-spinach-stew I used smoked turkey and dried fish. Could not believe i would only just look without tasting. Please any idea if spinach is sold in Cameroon or can one use what's commonly called 'green'? It is quick, easy and delicious. When the stew has such a fine and viscous consistency, it is sometimes referred to as “draw” soup; with draw describing the slimy viscosity of the soup. Once the Oil is hot, add the diced onion, bay leaf, and Thyme. Wow Precious can't wait to try that out. Then you need some sort of meat or fish of choice. Add the chopped onions and garlic and fry for 3 - 5 minutes until golden, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Annie, yes you can definitely use green! season, add Turkey and leave it to cook for an additional 5 minutes. Roughly chop and stir through with the spinach and turkey to heat through. I then strain it with a colander and rinse with cold water after which I squeeze and it is ready for use. Hope you enjoy, Zaya. This is a hot, spicy, thick stew that is completely addictive. My goal is to show you insanely delicious recipes you can replicate in your kitchen. See more Turkey recipes Hi friends, so glad to have you here. (Where did you get fresh garden huckleberry from?) In Nigeria, the vegetables used for Efo Riro are 'Efo Shoko' (Lagos spinach) or 'Efo Tete' (African spinach). Add the smoked turkey sauté with onions in the oil for 3-4 minutes, stirring often and scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Turn the heat down to low, allow to simmer for 30 minutes. This will bring out a lovely aroma from the crayfish. Cook for 15 minutes, then add spinach. This dish is popular in Cote D'Ivoire, particularly the northern region, where melon seeds are traditional. I'm not even kidding, wish you were close by. NOTE: Be sure to finely grind the s… Egusi Soup with Spinach and Smoked Turkey Recipe. Squeeze and it is ready for use. My girls don't like pepper so I omit in most recipes. Wish I could share with you, dear. Remove fish and turkey from the pot and set aside in a bowl. Honestly, cooking the Turkey stew is very easy but as easy as it may seem, building up your flavor can be an issue. Simmer on low about 15 minutes. Girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is smoky, earthy, so good. Scatter in the Maggi, sprinkle in salt, add smoked turkey and dried fish or whatever meat/fish you are using. Do u boil, grill or fried it? It makes a great side dish. Your cooking is so wonderful,i would to learn how to bake cakes,it would be a pleasure to get ideas from you ma. Yorubas call bitter leaf Ewuro and the Igbos Onugbu, every part of the plant is beneficial from the stem, leaves, and root. Ideally you want to cook the ingredients on lower heat and take your time — up to 30 minutes — to maximise the sweetness from these veggies. Turkey stew is one of my most beloved comfort food of all time. Posted on Published: Aug 3, 2018 - Last updated: Oct 31, 2020 Categories Recipes, Soups and Stews. Spice it up with some fried pepper. I am just learning how to cook. I boiled them so they could soften up. How do I keep the tomatoes from making it too watery? Read More. Add the chopped parsley, plantain, spinach. I can eat veggies anyday....anytime. I told her it was spinach and collard greens. When we moved to the United States, I thought my hopes of eating stir fry vegetables made with fresh green leafy vegetables were dashed forever. Sumptuous looking meal, sure it tastes better than it looks. You are busting my brain with all your food post. Those leaves are just too versatile. This stew is made with Peppers, Tomatoes, and Onions. HOW TO SMOKE MEAT AT HOME - AFRICAN STYLE. Turkey Stew. Serve the stew with a scoop of cooked rice, a few chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro and a drizzle of hot sauce, if desired. Thanks for sharing. Palava Sauce (Cassava leaf, Smoked Turkey & Beef) ... (Steamed Spinach, Kale & Assorted Meat) $14. ***sighs***Lol. That paved the way for me eventually making some African stewed spinach. Ata Sisa (Local White Rice Stew) $14. Wish I could send some to you. I eat […], […] I already had delicious fish and chicken to go with the spinach. Let the tomatoes cook in the oil until they shrink. A savory stew made from yucca leaves and cooked in a chicken broth. Your email address will not be published. Honestly, cooking the Turkey stew is very easy but as easy as it may seem, building up your flavor can be an issue.. By now most of you all know that I like Turkey … It is traditionally made with Efo Shoko (Lagos spinach) or Efo Tete (African spinach), a member of the genus Amaranth. Brush with beaten egg and bake in the oven at gas 6, 200°C, fan 180°C for 30 mins until golden and puffed. The leaves are green with a robust odor and a bitter taste. Hahahaha Bisola, I know what you are talking about. You could also use this stew to make a spicy turkey pie. Let is sit on the fire for 5 minutes, as you stir lightly from time to time. Hi I want to know how to cook some good African dishes mainly fish dishes and chicken Spinach, […] Make this stewed spinach and serve with boiled/fried plantains or boiled white yam. 1 turkey breast, bone-in 1 (64-oz.) Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. so green, and so lush. Though I used smoked Turkey wings for this recipe,  feel free to use any other ''protein source'' of your choice. By now most of you all know that I like Turkey wings and I have a couple of recipes here to proof that: If you are familiar with making stews that contain peppers and Tomatoes, you will discover that when you blend the peppers, it tends to come out too watery which will result in a longer cooking time. This is spinach cooked the African way with ethnic flavours. Now add the boiled pepper stir together, cover it up eave it to cook for about 10 to 15 minutes stirring occasionally in order to prevent it from burning. Cook for 20mins on medium heat with covered lid; add spinach and olive oil. Watch Queue Queue This Turkey stew is a classic affair. Plunge the spinach into the boiling water then cover for 2 - 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. I will try it this way as a main dish because it has meat. 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