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
Total cost:$23.15
Per serving:$3.86
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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