Senegalese Sensation (Thiébou Guinar Yapp)

Thiébou Guinar Yapp is a popular Senegalese dish that combines flavorful rice, fish, and vegetables. This dish is a staple in Senegalese cuisine and is loved for its rich and aromatic flavors.

Senegalese Sensation (Thiébou Guinar Yapp)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of rice
  • 1 whole fish, cleaned and scaled
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 eggplant, sliced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 cabbage, chopped
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
  • 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon of thyme
  • 4 cups of water

Instructions

  1. Season the fish with salt and pepper, then set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and scotch bonnet pepper.
  5. Add the seasoned fish to the pot and cook for 5 minutes on each side.
  6. Remove the fish from the pot and set aside.
  7. Add the rice, carrots, eggplant, and cabbage to the pot.
  8. Pour in the water and season with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
  9. Place the fish on top of the rice and vegetables.
  10. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes until the rice is cooked and the fish is tender.
  11. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
25g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Cooking pot Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Thiébou Guinar Yapp pairs well with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Be careful when handling the scotch bonnet pepper, as it is very spicy. You can adjust the amount of pepper to suit your spice preference.

Cost

$15