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Simpliest Gambian Fish Stew Recipe

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Simpliest Gambian Fish Stew Recipe Make simple smoked fish stew for Friday fish night dinner. Simpliest Gambian Fish Stew Recipe A staple in the African country The Gambia is the hearty fish stew supakanja. Supakaja is to The Gambia what chicken soup is to American households in the United States. Friday night dinner The Gambian fish stew The Gambia Yield 4 servings I ngredients 3 filets of any smoked fish 2 filets any white fish 4 cups fresh okra 2 yellow onions chopped 3 cloves garlic crushed 3 cups vegetable stock One 14 ounce can tomatoes Pepper to taste Directions In a large pot on medium heat, add oil then sauté garlic and onions one minute. Drain tomatoes. Add all ingredients together in the large pot and simmer covered for 30 minutes. Serve warm. This African food recipe is easy!

Homemade South African Carrot Sambal Recipe

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Homemade South African Carrot Sambal Recipe Homemade South African Carrot Sambal Recipe South African carrot sambal pairs well with everything from sandwiches, soups, salads, wraps, fish and grilled meats. Commonly used as a condiment and an ingredient in soups and stews in South Africa, sambal is a chunky hot chili sauce made with hot peppers, spices and fresh herbs used on just about everything. This version of sambal is made with sweet shredded carrots. Ingredients 4 cups finely grated carrots 1 medium finely sliced onion 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 teaspoon brown sugar 3 chopped hot chilies Directions Toss carrots and onions with lemon juice and 1 teaspoon salt, let sit 1/2 hour, then squeeze with hands and discard any excess liquid. Combine with remaining ingredients and mix well.  Allow to sit refrigerated for several hours before serving. Serve with any meat or seaf...