Efo Riro is a delicious and flavorful West African stew from Nigeria, known for its rich taste and hearty ingredients like okra and palm nuts. It’s typically served with fufu or rice.
Ingredients:
- 200g okra, cut into pieces
- 500ml water
- 1 medium-sized pumpkin leaf (ewuro)
- 3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried crayfish or shrimp paste (optional for a seafood flavor)
- 2 cups of palm nuts, soaked and drained
- Salt to taste
- Vegetable oil
Recipe:
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the okra and pumpkin leaves thoroughly. Chop the tomatoes, garlic, and onion.
Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or stew pan, heat some vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.
Add Garlic and Tomatoes: Stir in the minced garlic and continue cooking for another minute to release their flavors.
Include Seasoning: Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they start breaking down and the mixture becomes slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Introduce Okra and Water: Add the okra along with enough water to cover the vegetables (about 500ml). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the okra is tender.
Add Palm Nuts and Seasoning: Stir in the palm nuts and dried crayfish or shrimp paste if using. Allow them to cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are well incorporated into the stew.
Season with Salt: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. The saltiness should complement but not overpower the natural flavors of the ingredients.
Serve Hot: Serve Efo Riro hot alongside your choice of staple foods like fufu or rice. Enjoy this flavorful and nutritious dish that is typical in West African cuisine!
This recipe provides a simple yet authentic way to prepare Efo Riro, capturing its essence of comfort and taste.
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