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Ngoudja

Ngoudja
Central-African-Republic
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • For the Ngoudja:
  • 2 cups of groundnut (peanut) paste or peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup palm oil (or vegetable oil as a substitute)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-2 hot peppers, chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Base

Heat the palm oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent.

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped hot peppers, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add Tomatoes

Add the tomato sauce or diced tomatoes to the pot. Cook until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce.

Incorporate Peanut Paste

Stir in the groundnut paste or peanut butter. Mix well with the tomato sauce.

Add Broth and Seasonings

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ground ginger, paprika, and coriander.

Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors are well combined.

Season

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve

Enjoy your meal!