Dambou Recipe (Cassava Couscous) for 4 people.
Ingredients :
- 250 g of couscous semolina
- 150 g of spinach
- 1 onion
- 35 g of olive oil
- 1 Maggi star stock cube
- 1 green chili pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 295 g of boiling water
Necessary utensils:
- Large bowl for couscous
- Saucepan for boiling the spinach
- Pan to brown the onion
- Fork to aerate the couscous
- Colander to drain the spinach
Preparation time:
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Resting time: About 5 minutes for the couscous
Preparation steps:
1. Preparation of spinach:
- In a saucepan, boil water and add the spinach for about 10 minutes. If you want a more spicy flavor, add the whole green chili to the water.
2. Preparation of the couscous:
- In a large bowl, pour the couscous semolina. Add a pinch of salt and mix.
- Add the 35 g of olive oil and mix well with the semolina.
- Pour boiling water over the semolina, mix once, then cover and let stand so that the semolina swells.
3. Preparing the onions:
- While the couscous is resting, finely chop the onion.
- In a pan, fry the onion over medium heat until it becomes soft and translucent.
4. Seasoning:
- Crush the Maggi stock cube into a powder and add it to the onion. Mix well to combine the flavors.
5. Final mix:
- Drain the cooked spinach and add it to the pan with the onions. Mix everything well.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork to remove any lumps, then gently stir the spinach and onion mixture into the couscous.
6. Service:
- Serve hot, with green chili on the side for those who like a spicy taste.
Preparation tips:
- For a more authentic version, you can replace the spinach with moringa leaves, if available.
- You can also add other spices according to your preferences, such as cumin or paprika, to enrich the taste of the dish.
- This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course, with or without meat according to your preferences.
Nutritional values (for 1 serving, or 1/4 of the recipe)
| Nutrient | Quantity per serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 583 kcal | 29% |
| Proteins | 42 g | 84% |
| Lipids | 27 g | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 42 g | 15% |
| Fibers | 5 g | 18% |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% |
| fer | 4 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 3000 IU | 60% |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg | 50% |
Note: Values are approximate and may vary depending on preparation method and exact ingredients used. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Enjoy your food ! 🧡
