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Thieboudienne
Pound or blend the parsley, garlic, scotch bonnet, spring onion, one stock cube and the pepper into a coarse green paste. Cut a deep pocket into each fish steak and pack it with rof. Rub any extra over the fish and salt it.
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How long does Thieboudienne take?
2 hr 20 min all in — 40 min prep, 1 hr 40 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
A bit of work.
How spicy is it?
Medium heat.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Fish. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Pescatarian, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
A bit special — about $16–28 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Dutch oven, Blender, Chef's knife, Cutting board.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 2 tsp.
What can I use instead?
White fish steaks → Whole small sea bream, cleaned. Stuff the belly cavity with rof instead of a pocket. Reduce braising time to 20 minutes.
What should I watch for?
The fish will finish cooking in the broth. Do not cook it through now or it falls apart later. Do not stir once the rice is in. Lift the lid once at 20 minutes to check it is not dry; add a splash of hot water if it is.
Any tips from this recipe?
Broken rice is sold in Senegalese and Vietnamese shops. If you cannot find it, pulse jasmine rice in a blender for 2 seconds to break the grains. It absorbs the broth better than whole grains. A tablespoon of fish sauce in the broth gets you some of the way to guedj. Senegalese cooks fry the sweet potato and aubergine separately for a browner result. It is a step more and worth it if you have time.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.