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Thiof au gombo

A stew of grouper (thiof) simmered with okra, tomatoes and palm oil, whose thick, colourful sauce is served over white rice. A true classic of Senegalese cooking.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Season the grouper steaks with salt, pepper and chilli powder, then set aside.
  2. Fry the sliced onions and garlic in the palm oil until golden.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes and the tomato paste, then let it reduce for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the okra cut into pieces and the water, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Place the fish in the sauce and cook for 15 minutes over low heat, without stirring so it doesn't break.
  6. Check that the fish is cooked; it should flake easily.
  7. Adjust the seasoning and serve with the white rice.

Variations and tips

With what you can find here. The thiof can be replaced with pageot or cod, which are easier to find at the supermarket.

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