Abacha with smoked fish and fresh vegetables

Ingredients

For 2 portions. Tick items as you go — nothing is changed for anyone else.

• 150 g dried abacha (shredded cassava)
• 200 g smoked mackerel or smoked catfish, flaked, bones removed
• 100 g garden egg leaves or ugu, washed and finely shredded
• 1 medium onion, peeled and sliced
• 2 medium tomatoes, washed and chopped
• 2 tbsp palm oil
• 1 tbsp ground crayfish, optional
• 1 fresh pepper, to taste

This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.

Method

1. 1Step 1. Soak the abacha in hot safe drinking water for 5 minutes, then drain well.
2. 2Step 2. Warm the palm oil gently with the ground crayfish and pepper to make a light dressing — do not overheat the oil.
3. 3Step 3. Reheat the smoked fish in a pan until piping hot throughout, then flake, checking carefully for bones.
4. 4Step 4. Toss the drained abacha through the dressing.
5. 5Step 5. Top with the fish, shredded leaves, onion and tomato, and serve straight away.

Allergens for your selection

• Contains: Fish
• Contains: Crustaceans

Ingredient brands and substitutions can change allergen content. Always check the labels on the products you buy.