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“Scrumptious Nigerian Vegetarian Medley: Suya-Spiced Cauliflower Steak with Eba & Mixed Vegetable Puree”

Discover this exquisite Nigerian Vegetarian Medley featuring a mouthwatering Suya-spiced cauliflower steak, served alongside fluffy Eba and a luscious puree of mixed vegetables. Learn how to create this stunning, plant-based feast at home with our advanced recipe.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total): 30 min (prep), 1 hour (cook), 1 hour 30 min (total)
🍽 Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Nigerian

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • 4 medium
  • sized russet potatoes
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, and green beans)
  • 2 tablespoons Suya spice mix
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Clean and dry the cauliflower, then slice it into 1 inch thick steaks. In a bowl, mix the Suya spice mix with vegetable oil to create a paste. Brush this mixture onto both sides of the cauliflower steaks. Place the seasoned cauliflower steaks on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25 30 minutes or until tender and golden brown. While the cauliflower is cooking, peel and chop the potatoes into 1 inch pieces. Boil them in water with salt until fork tender. Drain and set aside. In a separate pot, steam the mixed vegetables until softened. Blend them into a puree using an immersion blender or food processor. Season to taste. Prepare Eba by mixing Cassava flour with water and boiling until it forms a dough like consistency. Knead and shape into balls or rolls.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors in this dish showcases the rich culinary heritage of Nigeria while catering to a vegetarian diet.

Notes

Ensure the Suya spice mix contains no meat-derived ingredients for a strictly vegetarian dish.

Cultural or Historical Background

Nigerian cuisine is diverse and influenced by various cultures, including indigenous tribes, Europeans, and Asians. This dish pays homage to traditional Suya seasoning, a popular West African snack.