Sushi in Africa
Some major African countries cater to tourists with resort areas and serve food such as pepperoni pizza. In Africa, a distinction is made between tourist food and local food just as it is in the United States. In the United States there are tourist eateries and then there are local eateries. The Gambia just like many other African countries cover the gamut when it comes to restaurant food including sushi restaurants. I’m sure your thinking, “sushi in Africa?” Yes there are numerous sushi restaurants in Africa along with French pastry shops. A staple in the African country The Gambia is the hearty stew supakanja. Supakaja is to The Gambia what chicken soup is to American households in the United States.
Supakanja
The Gambia
Yield 5-6 servings
Ingredients:
3 filets of any smoked fish
4 cups fresh okra
3 cloves garlic crushed
3 cups vegetable stock
One 14 ounce can tomatoes
Pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large pot on medium heat, add oil then sauté garlic one minute. Drain tomatoes. Add all ingredients together in the large pot and simmer covered for 30 minutes. Serve warm.
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