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Efo Riro

A vibrant and hearty Nigerian spinach dish rich in flavors and nutrients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Nigerian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups of fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup of palm oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2-3 Scotch bonnet peppers chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup of assorted meats beef, goat, or chicken, cooked and diced
  • 1 teaspoon of ground crayfish
  • 1 teaspoon of locust beans iru
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot or saucepan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Chop the spinach and onions, and dice your cooked meats.
  2. In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onions and Scotch bonnet peppers to the oil. Sauté until the onions are translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the assorted meats and cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped spinach to the pot, stirring well to combine.
  6. Sprinkle in the ground crayfish and locust beans.
  7. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.

Notes

Serve with rice, fufu, or any preferred starch.