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Congolese Liboke Recipe — Banana Leaf Parcel

Congolese Liboke Recipe — Banana Leaf Parcel

Prep.
15 min
Cuisson
30 min
Total
45 min
Servings
4 personnes
Niveau
Moyen
Cuisine
Congo (RDC — Afrique Centrale

Ingrédients

Préparation

  1. 1
    Préparer les feuilles : Passez les feuilles de bananier au-dessus d'une flamme pour les assouplir. Découpez en rectangles 30×40 cm.
  2. 2
    Préparer la marinade : Mixez oignons, ail, gingembre, tomates, piment. Mélangez avec huile de palme, cube émietté, sel, poivre.
  3. 3
    Mariner le poisson : Frottez les morceaux de poisson avec citron vert. Enrobez de la marinade. Laissez 30 min au frais.
  4. 4
    Façonner les papillotes : Déposez 1 morceau de poisson au centre d'une feuille. Ajoutez 2-3 c.à.s de marinade supplémentaire. Pliez en paquet hermétique. Ficelez.
  5. 5
    Cuire : Plusieurs options : 1) Vapeur : cuit-vapeur 30 min ; 2) Four : 200°C 25 min ; 3) Braises : 15-20 min sur des braises chaudes.
  6. 6
    Servir : Présentez les papillotes fermées dans l'assiette. Ouvrez à table : l'arôme libéré est extraordinaire. Accompagnez de plantain bouilli, manioc ou riz.
Pour aller plus loin : histoire, variantes, accompagnements et conseils

In brief

  • Liboké: Congolese fish or meat steamed in banana leaves
  • Origin: Congo (DRC, Republic of the Congo), Gabon, Cameroon
  • Essential ingredients: fish, banana leaves, 3 onions, 5 cloves of garlic, fresh ginger
  • A shared dish, central to family meals and ceremonies.

Origins and cultural history of Liboké

Liboké takes its roots in Congo (DRC, Republic of the Congo), Gabon and Cameroon. Liboké (sometimes spelled 'mboké') is a Congolese and Gabonese dish in which fish, meat or chicken are wrapped in a banana leaf with aromatics and gently steamed. A fragrant traditional dish, with slow cooking that preserves the flavours. It is an integral part of the local culinary heritage and continues to be passed down from generation to generation, from family kitchens to the tables of Afro-Caribbean diaspora restaurants in France.

Its preparation brings the family together around traditional flavours and embodies a moment of sharing and conviviality.

What are the essential ingredients of Liboké

The preparation of Liboké relies on a few essential ingredients found in most African and Caribbean online grocery stores, including NKOSI.

  • fish
  • banana leaves
  • 3 onions
  • 5 cloves of garlic
  • fresh ginger

Nutritional benefits of Liboké

Liboké provides several interesting nutrients: proteins, fibre, minerals and vitamins depending on the ingredients used. It is a balanced dish rooted in the healthy culinary tradition of Africa and the Caribbean.

Frequently asked questions about Liboké

Can Liboké be prepared the day before?

Yes, Liboké can be prepared the day before and reheated the next day over low heat. Resting allows the flavours to intensify.

How can Liboké be adapted for vegetarians or children?

You can adapt the recipe by replacing the meat with smoked tofu or vegetables, and reduce the chilli for children.

Where to find the ingredients for Liboké in France?

NKOSI offers the essential ingredients through its online shop nkosiagro.com, with fast delivery in mainland France.

Find them in the NKOSI shop

And for more flavours, browse our NKOSI catalogue — African and Caribbean grocery online.

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