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Congolese

10 recipes

Chakrey

Chakrey

CongoleseSoups & Stews27 min4 servings857 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: couscous

HB-0442 · Hand-built original

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Congolese Pondu

Congolese Pondu is a Congolese main dish built around eggplant. It is prepared in a straightforward, home-style way.

CongoleseMain DishGluten-free

Main ingredient: eggplant

HB-0653 · Hand-built original

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Dongo-Dongo (Congolese Okra Stew)

A Congolese stew of okra, onions, chillies and dried or smoked fish with seasoning sauce, served with a starch such as rice or fufu.

CongoleseMainGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: saute

HB-3452 · Hand-built original

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Fumbua (Congolese Wild Spinach Stew)

A Congolese stew of wild spinach greens and smoked catfish thickened with peanut butter and palm oil.

CongoleseMain55 min8 people101 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: greens

HB-3495 · Hand-built original

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Liboke de Poisson

Congolese fish marinated with onion, lemon, chili, and oil, wrapped in banana leaves, and steamed.

CongoleseRecipe1 hr4 servings358 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: portions

HB-1363 · Hand-built original

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Liboké ya Malangwa

Tender fish steamed with aromatics and palm oil inside fragrant banana-leaf packets.

CongoleseCongo Republic1 hr 5 minServes 6307 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: ¾ oz firm white fish fillets

HB-1364 · Hand-built original

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Makayabu (Congolese Salt Fish with Vegetables)

A Congolese dish of salted cod fried and combined with courgettes, cabbage and peppers.

CongoleseMain45 min4 people701 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cod

HB-3635 · Hand-built original

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Muamba

Muamba is a traditional Congolese dish made primarily with chicken and a rich palm oil sauce, often accompanied by vegetables. It holds cultural significance as a staple meal in many households, symbolizing hospitality and community during gatherings.

Congolesedaily, celebration1 hr6 servings538 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-1531 · Hand-built original

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Nyama

Nyama is a traditional Congolese dish that typically features grilled or stewed meat, often served with a variety of sides. It holds cultural significance as a staple in communal gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing hospitality and abundance.

Congolesecelebration, family gatherings1 hr 45 min4 servings176 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-1580 · Hand-built original

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