Kikalayi or Pork The Ugandan or Fried Pork a popular street food,features fried peanut sauce paired with boiled or roastedsweet potatoes you can do it in 20min.
Originating from African culinary traditions, it's cherished for its savory flavors and simplicity.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup peanuts
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Sweet potatoes, boiled or roasted, for serving
Method:
1. In a dry skillet, toast the peanuts over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Once cooled, grind the peanuts into a fine powder using a food processor or mortar and pestle.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are softened.
5. Add the ground peanuts to the pan and mix well with the tomato mixture. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve the fried peanut sauce with boiled or roasted sweet potatoes. Enjoy this delightful street food dish!
Nutrition Value:
1. Peanuts (1 cup):
- Calories: ~828 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~24 g
- Protein: ~38 g
- Fat: ~72 g
- Sodium: ~18 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Rich in vitamin E, niacin (B3), folate (B9), and pantothenic acid (B5)
- Minerals: High in magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and copper
- Nutritional Benefits: Peanuts are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. They promote heart health, aid in weight management, and provide energy.
2. Vegetable Oil (2 tablespoons):
- Calories: ~240 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: ~28 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Vitamin E
- Minerals: None significant
- Nutritional Benefits: Vegetable oil provides healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which support heart health and help in absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.
3. Onion (1 onion, finely chopped):
- Calories: ~44 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~10 g
- Protein: ~1 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~4 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: High in vitamin C, vitamin B6, and folate
- Minerals: Contains potassium, manganese, and small amounts of calcium and iron
- Nutritional Benefits: Onions are low in calories and rich in antioxidants, particularly quercetin, which may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
4. Tomatoes (2 tomatoes, diced):
- Calories: ~44 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~10 g
- Protein: ~2 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~10 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin K
- Minerals: Contains potassium and small amounts of calcium and iron
- Nutritional Benefits: Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, especially lycopene, which may reduce the risk of chronic diseases. They also support heart health and promote healthy skin.
5. Garlic (2 cloves, minced):
- Calories: ~8 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~2 g
- Protein: ~0 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~1 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Contains vitamin C, vitamin B6, and small amounts of other B vitamins
- Minerals: Rich in manganese, selenium, and trace amounts of other minerals
- Nutritional Benefits: Garlic has antimicrobial and immune-boosting properties. It may also help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels.
6. Ground Cumin (1 teaspoon):
- Calories: ~8 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~1 g
- Protein: ~0 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~1 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Contains vitamin E, vitamin K, and small amounts of other vitamins
- Minerals: Good source of iron, manganese, and calcium
- Nutritional Benefits: Cumin may aid in digestion, improve blood sugar control, and have anti-inflammatory effects.
7. Paprika (1 teaspoon):
- Calories: ~6 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~1 g
- Protein: ~0 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~1 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Rich in vitamin A, vitamin E, and vitamin B6
- Minerals: Contains potassium and small amounts of other minerals
- Nutritional Benefits: Paprika is high in antioxidants, particularly carotenoids, which support eye health and immune function. It may also have anti-inflammatory properties.
8. Salt (to taste):
- Nutritional information varies based on quantity used.
- Sodium: High in sodium, which should be consumed in moderation to maintain healthy blood pressure levels.
9. Sweet Potatoes (boiled or roasted):
- Calories: ~103 kcal per 1 medium sweet potato (about 5" long)
- Carbohydrates: ~24 g
- Protein: ~2 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~73 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: Excellent source of vitamin A (as beta-carotene), vitamin C, and vitamin B6
- Minerals: Contains potassium, manganese, and small amounts of other minerals
- Nutritional Benefits: Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber and antioxidants, particularly beta-carotene, which supports eye health and immunity. They also provide complex carbohydrates for sustained energy.
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