Ofada stew
Ofada stew is a delicious Nigerian stew made with palm oil, peppers, onions, and assorted meats or seafood. It is typically served with Ofada rice, a local and unpolished rice variety that adds a unique flavor and texture to the dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups palm oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow), chopped
- 4 tomatoes chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ground crayfish
- 1 teaspoon ground Cameroon pepper or cayenne pepper
- Assorted meats or seafood (such as beef, goat, tripe, cow skin, or shrimp)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the ground crayfish and Cameroon pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the assorted meats or seafood to the pot and mix well.
- Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30-45 minutes, or until the meats are tender.
- Season with salt to taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Ofada Stew hot with Ofada rice and enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 1019kcal (51%)Carbohydrates: 14g (5%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 109g (168%)Saturated Fat: 53g (331%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 40gCholesterol: 5mg (2%)Sodium: 15mg (1%)Potassium: 541mg (15%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 8g (9%)Vitamin A: 3822IU (76%)Vitamin C: 134mg (162%)Calcium: 32mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
