Makemba Na Mbika (fried Plantains With Palm Oil Sauce)
Makemba na Mbika is a popular dish in Congolese cuisine, featuring fried plantains served with a flavorful palm oil sauce. This dish is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1 cup palm oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
- Heat the palm oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the plantain slices until golden brown on both sides, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, heat a small amount of palm oil and sauté the onions, tomatoes, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper until softened.
- Season the sauce with salt to taste.
- Serve the fried plantains with the palm oil sauce on the side.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Saucepan Knife Cutting board Stovetop
Tools
Knife Frying pan Saucepan
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Makemba na Mbika is best served hot and pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Be sure to use ripe plantains for this recipe to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor.
Cost
$10