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Cocoyam Vegetable Pottage Recipe

Cocoyam Vegetable Pottage Recipe

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Vegetable cocoyam pottage is a thick dish of stewed vegetables that is a healthy and delicious African weeknight meal to make for your family.

Prep time: Cook time: Total time:

Vegetable Cocoyam Pottage Recipe

Ingredients:

1 large cocoyam peeled and diced

3 large tomatoes, diced

2 handfuls bitter leaf

2 medium chopped onions

1 medium chopped red bell pepper

1 medium chopped green bell pepper

1 teaspoon allspice

½ teaspoon ground ginger

1 teaspoon tamarind paste

2 teaspoons red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon minced garlic

2 cups vegetable stock


Directions:

Add all ingredients to a large pot, simmer until thick 25 minutes. Serve warm with rice or fufu.

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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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