Efo Riro
Efo Riro is a traditional Nigerian dish made with a combination of vegetables such as spinach or kale, tomatoes, peppers, and assorted meats or fish. It is cooked in a flavorful spicy sauce and often served with rice or a starchy side like pounded yam or fufu.
Ingredients
- 2 bunches spinach or kale, washed and chopped
- 2-3 tablespoons palm oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2-3 fresh tomatoes chopped
- 2-3 bell peppers chopped
- 2-3 hot peppers (such as scotch bonnet), chopped
- 1 pound cooked assorted meats or fish (such as beef, chicken, or smoked fish)
- 2 tablespoons ground crayfish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Seasoning cubes or powder
Instructions
- Heat the palm oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, and hot peppers. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
- Add the cooked meats or fish to the pot and stir well.
- Season with salt, pepper, and seasoning cubes or powder to taste.
- Stir in the ground crayfish (if using) for an extra layer of flavor.
- Add the chopped spinach or kale to the pot and stir until the vegetables are wilted.
- Simmer the Efo Riro for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot with rice or your favorite side dish.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 256kcal (13%)Carbohydrates: 15g (5%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 11g (17%)Saturated Fat: 4g (25%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 76mg (25%)Sodium: 326mg (14%)Potassium: 1684mg (48%)Fiber: 7g (29%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 18377IU (368%)Vitamin C: 135mg (164%)Calcium: 205mg (21%)Iron: 6mg (33%)
