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Sierra Leone Cuisine

Africa · Western Africa

20 recipes

Signature Sierra Leone Dishes

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Baked Fish with Ginger and Lime

A simple yet flavorful dish where whole fish is marinated in a zesty blend of ginger, lime, garlic, and chili, then baked until tender and flaky. Often served with rice.

Sierra Leone·Medium·2 hours

Cassava Leaf Stew

A quintessential Sierra Leonean dish, Cassava Leaf Stew, also known as Saka Saka, is a rich and flavorful one-pot meal. It features tender cassava leaves simmered in a savory broth with palm oil, peanut butter, and often includes various meats or fish for added depth. This hearty stew is a staple in Sierra Leonean households and is typically served with steamed rice or fufu.

Sierra Leone·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Domoda Stew

A rich and flavorful groundnut-based stew, often made with chicken or beef, vegetables like tomatoes and onions, and a touch of tamarind for tanginess. It's a comforting and widely loved dish in Sierra Leone.

Sierra Leone·Hard·2 hours

Fufu with Light Soup

A staple West African dish consisting of soft, dough-like fufu served with a light, flavorful soup made with fish or meat, tomatoes, and spices.

Sierra Leone·Hard·1 hour 45 minutes

Kaka Fufu with Egusi Sauce

A staple dish featuring 'fufu' (a pounded dough made from cassava or plantain) served with a rich and savory sauce made from ground egusi (melon seeds), vegetables, and often meat or fish. This version uses plantain for a slightly sweeter fufu.

Sierra Leone·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Kallaloo Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup made with a variety of leafy greens, often including spinach, okra, and jute leaves, simmered with meat or fish, onions, peppers, and spices.

Sierra Leone·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Kallaloo with Rice

A vibrant and nutritious dish featuring a stew made from leafy greens (often spinach or callaloo), palm oil, and seasoned with onions, peppers, and sometimes fish or meat. Served typically with rice.

Sierra Leone·Medium·60 minutes

Keto Rice Stew

A flavorful and hearty stew made with cauliflower rice, tender chicken, and a medley of vegetables in a rich, spiced tomato base. This dish offers a low-carb twist on traditional Sierra Leonean flavors.

Sierra Leone·Medium·60 minutes

Krain Shrimp Rice

A flavorful one-pot dish featuring rice cooked with shrimp, vegetables, and aromatic spices, often enjoyed as a celebratory meal.

Sierra Leone·Easy·45 minutes

Mafeh Fish Stew

A variation of the popular groundnut stew, this version features fish as the primary protein, simmered in a rich, savory peanut and tomato base. It's aromatic and deeply satisfying, often served with rice.

Sierra Leone·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Marina Stew

A flavorful and hearty fish stew, often prepared with a variety of fresh fish, vegetables, and a rich tomato-based broth seasoned with local spices. It's a staple in coastal communities.

Sierra Leone·Easy·45 minutes

Okra and Fish Stew

A light yet flavorful stew featuring tender chunks of white fish simmered with okra, tomatoes, and a hint of chili, often served with rice or fufu.

Sierra Leone·Medium·2 hours

Palm Butter Soup

Palm Butter Soup, also known as Banga Soup, is a rich and creamy West African delicacy, particularly popular in Sierra Leone and Liberia. Made from the pulp of palm nuts, this soup has a distinctive flavor and a luxurious texture. It's often prepared with various meats, fish, and aromatic spices, creating a deeply satisfying dish that is traditionally served with rice or fufu.

Sierra Leone·Medium·2 hours

Plassas Soup

A flavorful and hearty soup made with cassava leaves, palm oil, and various meats or fish, often seasoned with onions, peppers, and spices. It's a staple comfort food in Sierra Leone.

Sierra Leone·Easy·40 minutes

Sierra Leone Baked Fish with Herbs

A simple yet flavorful way to prepare fresh fish, this Sierra Leonean baked fish is marinated with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, then baked until tender and flaky. It's a testament to how fresh ingredients and simple techniques can create delicious results.

Sierra Leone·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Sierra Leone Pepper Soup

A light yet flavorful soup, Sierra Leonean Pepper Soup is known for its warming spices and ability to comfort. Traditionally made with meat or fish, it's often enjoyed on cooler days or when feeling unwell. This version uses a combination of fish and yams for a hearty yet brothy meal.

Sierra Leone·Medium·50 minutes

Sierra Leonean Fried Rice

A flavorful and hearty fried rice dish, a popular staple in Sierra Leone, often made with chicken, vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices.

Sierra Leone·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Sierra Leonean Groundnut Stew

A rich and savory stew made with groundnuts (peanuts), tomatoes, vegetables, and often meat or fish, showcasing a beloved flavor profile in Sierra Leone.

Sierra Leone·Medium·1 hour

Steam Fish with Rice

A comforting and flavorful dish where fish is steamed with aromatic vegetables and spices, served alongside fluffy rice. This is a staple in Sierra Leonean households, often adapted to available ingredients.

Sierra Leone·Easy·45 minutes

Sweet Potato Porridge

A hearty and slightly sweet porridge made from sweet potatoes, often enriched with coconut milk and spices. It's a popular breakfast or light meal, offering a nutritious and filling option.

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