Mangu

gboma-dessi

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Gboma Dessi is a traditional dish originating from Togo, a West African country. It is a spinach soup typically prepared with meat, fish, or poultry and various spices, served over rice or with a side of fufu. The dish is known for its rich and spicy flavor profile. Gboma Dessi is a staple in Togolese cuisine and is commonly enjoyed throughout the country.

gboma leaves

crabs

smoked fish

garlic

ginger root

palm oil

salt

chicken bouillon

chopped tomatoes

dried pepper

meat

onion

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg of Gboma leaves

  • 500g of meat (beef or goat)

  • 4 crabs

  • 2 smoked fish

  • 2 fresh tomatoes

  • 2 large onions

  • 4 cloves of garlic

  • 1 ginger root

  • 4 tablespoons of palm oil

  • 1 cube of chicken bouillon

  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions:

  1. Start by washing the Gboma leaves thoroughly and then chop them into small pieces.

  2. In a large pot, add the meat, crabs, smoked fish, chopped onions, crushed garlic, and grated ginger. Add water and let it simmer on medium heat.

  3. While the meat is cooking, blend the tomatoes in a blender until smooth.

  4. Once the meat is cooked, add the blended tomatoes, palm oil, and chicken bouillon cube to the pot. Stir well and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

  5. Add the chopped Gboma leaves to the pot, stir well, and cover the pot. Let it cook on low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from sticking to the pot.

  6. After 30 minutes, add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.

  7. Your Gboma Dessi is ready to be served. It can be enjoyed with rice, yam, or any side of your choice.