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Cameroonian Ndolé (peanut stew with bitter leaves)

Recipe by MARVISSIMA Pâtisserie & Cuisine

Ndolé is an iconic Cameroonian dish, based on peanut paste, bitter leaves (or spinach), meat and dried shrimp. This homemade version, detailed by MARVISSIMA Pâtisserie & Cuisine, guides you step‑by‑step to achieve a creamy, fragrant and slightly spicy sauce, served with white rice or cassava.

MediumCameroonianServes 6

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Source Video
25m
Prep
2h 5m
Cook
18m
Cleanup
2h 48m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$23.15
Total cost
$3.86
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Blend the soaked peanuts into a smooth paste (step 3).
  • Cook the meat until tender (step 4).
  • Gradually incorporate the ndolé leaves to prevent them from becoming too soft (step 7).

Safety Warnings

  • Handle raw meat with separate utensils to avoid cross‑contamination.
  • Be careful of hot oil splatters when cooking the meat.

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