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Abacha (African salad)

Abacha (African salad)

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Posted on July 06, 2023
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Abacha (African salad)


Abacha, also known as African Salad, is a popular dish in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. One of the reasons why Abacha is so popular is its unique flavor and texture. The cassava has a chewy texture that is complemented by the crunchy vegetables and spices. The combination of flavors and aromas is truly delicious, making Abacha a must-try for anyone interested in Nigerian cuisine.


Servings: 1

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Ingredients

Instructions

Ingredients

  • 4 Cups Abacha (or desired quantity)
  • 2 Cups Ugba
  • 1 Cup Palm Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Edible Potash (Akanwu)
  • 1 Whole Fresh Fish
  • 2 Scotch Bonnet or 2 Tablespoon Ground pepper
  • 1 Onion
  • 4 Garden Eggs (Optional)
  • 4 Utazi Leaves
  • 2 Tablespoon Crayfish Powder
  • 5 Calabash Nutmeg Seeds ( Ehuru) 
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Ogiri
  • Knorr Cubes or any Bouillon Cubes

Instructions

  1. Firstly, clean and gut your fish, then marinate with salt, bouillon cubes or seasoning. Then grill or fry. 
  2. Soak the Abacha in cold water till soft, this should take roughly 10 minutes, leave to drain in a colander. 
  3. Rinse the Ugba with warm water to rid it of dirt and dissolve the Potash in 1 cup of water. 
  4. Cut or dice onion in little pieces to desired shape and set aside. 
  5. Blend the crayfish and Ehuru till smooth and set aside. 
  6. Blend the scotch bonnet and set aside. 
  7. Pour the palm oil into a bowl or saucepan, add some onions and fry for 1-2 mins. Add pepper mix, ground pepper, Ugba and mix together for 2 mins on low heat. 
  8. Gradually add the potash mixture into the palm oil, mix thoroughly, you’ll notice the palm oil will begin to thicken and the colour will turn yellowish. Be careful not to add too much. Also be careful not to add the residue at the bottom of the bowl. 
  9. Then add the Abacha, stir and combine. 
  10. And it’s ready!
  11. Garnish with Onion rings, Garden Eggs, Utazi leaves and the Grilled/Fried Fish. 
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