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Cameroonian Ndolé (peanut stew with bitter leaves)
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.
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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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