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cassava leaves (pondu) in a white bowl

Cassava leaves (Pondu) recipe

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  • Author: Magali Mutombo
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 2 h
  • Total Time: 2h 15 min
  • Category: lunch, dinner
  • Method: cooking
  • Cuisine: African
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A classic cassava leaves recipe from Congo


Ingredients

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  • 500 g frozen cassava leaves
  • 1 bunch of green onions
  • 1 bulb of garlic
  • 2 yellow onions
  • 1 leek
  • 2 green peppers
  • 1 cup palm oil
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 smoked fish (rehydrated)
  • 1 green habanero pepper (optional)


Instructions

This recipe is simple, hearty, and full of rich African flavors.

  1. Prepare the smoked fish
    Rehydrate the smoked fish in boiling water for about 20 minutes. Once softened, clean it by removing bones and skin, keeping only the flesh. Set aside.

  2. Blend the aromatics
    In a blender or food processor, combine onions, garlic, green onions, leeks, and green peppers until smooth.

  3. Cook the cassava leaves
    In a large pot, combine the cassava leaves and blended mixture. Add enough water to cover the leaves, then bring to a boil on high heat.

  4. Add palm oil and salt
    Pour in the palm oil and season with salt. Let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

  5. Add smoked fish and pepper
    Add the smoked fish and the whole habanero pepper for extra flavor. Continue to simmer for 1 hour, adding about 2 cups of water each time it reduces.