Ingredients
- two pounds cassava leaves;
- cleaned, stems removed; and pounded in a mortar with a pestle
- one cup peanuts, roasted and shelled
Directions
In a large pot, heat two or three cups of water to a boil.
Add greens, cover and cook until tender (twenty minutes to an hour depending on type of greens).
While the greens are cooking:
Crush the peanuts with a mortar and pestle (or crush them under a rolling pin).
When the greens are tender:
If using peanuts: Reduce heat, add crushed peanuts, cover and cook for an additional ten minutes.
If using peanut butter: Remove most of the liquid from the greens, mix some of it with the peanut butter to make a smooth sauce.
Add the sauce to the greens and simmer on a very low heat for a few minutes.
Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne or red pepper, to taste.
Category:Chadian Recipes
Category:Chadian Vegetarian