Mbongo Tchobi - Cameroonian Spicy Black Stew - Precious Kitchen - Ep 12

Mbongo Tchobi is a spicy black stew typically eaten by the Bassa people of Cameroon. Its deliciousness has made it gain popularity in other parts of the country. The key ingredient is the mbongo spice, from which the stew derives its name.

INGREDIENTS

2 large fish of choice (I used tilapia) about 2 pounds
4 teaspoons ground mbongo spice
30 seeds njangsa
2 seeds African nutmeg (Ehuru/Pebe) peeled
3 small seasoning cubes (Maggi)
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large tomatoes (or four small ones) roughly chopped
1 large onion
1/2 celery stalk - chopped
1/2 stem of leeks - chopped
7 garlic cloves- peeled
1/2 inch ginger root - peeled
1/2- 1 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
1 habanero/hot pepper (optional)
2 stems green onions (optional) for garnishing

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