African Tomato Sauce Recette

A vibrant and flavorful African tomato sauce recipe, inspired by a Congolese cookbook! This rich and savory sauce is perfect for elevating your favorite grilled meats, fish, or even plantains and yams. Easy to make in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to explore the tastes of Congo.

Préparation 5 min
Cuisson 25 min
Calories 367.7 kcal
Protéines 21g
African Tomato Sauce 263

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Ingrédients pour African Tomato Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large chopped onion
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  • 28 oz (794g) canned crushed tomatoes, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
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  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • approximately 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

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Comment préparer African Tomato Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 large chopped onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Stir in 28 oz (794g) canned crushed tomatoes, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add approximately 1/2 cup of water, or more as needed, to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro (optional). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve your delicious Congolese tomato sauce immediately over grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or meat. It's also fantastic with fried plantains or yams!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

131g

Fat

10g

Carbs

18g

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Combien de temps faut-il pour préparer African Tomato Sauce ?

African Tomato Sauce prend environ 30 minutes du début à la fin — environ 5 minutes de préparation et 25 minutes de cuisson.

Combien de calories contient African Tomato Sauce ?

African Tomato Sauce contient environ 367.7 calories par portion, avec environ 21 g de protéines, 18 g de glucides et 23 g de lipides.

De quels ingrédients ai-je besoin pour African Tomato Sauce ?

Les principaux ingrédients de African Tomato Sauce sont Oil, Onions, Tomato Paste, Tomatoes, Bay Leaf, Nutmeg. Consultez la liste complète avec les quantités ci-dessus.

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