Cassava Leaves
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[edit] Description
[edit] Ingredients
- 1-2 Lbs of white Beans
- cassava greens (feuilles de manioc), stems removed, cleaned, and cut or torn into pieces
- 2-3 cups of palm oil
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 1 sweet green pepper (optional)
- salt, or baking soda, to taste
[edit] Directions
Soak the Beans overnight in cold water. Drain, rinse, and drain again. Cover the Beans with cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until Beans are tender. Remove Beans from heat and set aside. While Beans are simmering: Heat half of the oil in a skillet and fry the onions and green pepper for a few minutes. Add this mixture to the Beans.
Rinse cassava leaves in hot water and crush them with a mortar and pestle. Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Add greens, Onion, and remaining oil. Boil for a few minutes, then reduce heat and cook for about an hour until greens are tender, stirring occasionally.
When Beans and greens are tender: Combine greens and Beans in the largest pot. Add salt to taste. Simmer over low heat for an additional 15 to 30 minutes.
