Thieb: the traditional recipe of the Senegalese dish

Ingredients

Recipe for 4 people.

🧅 1 large onion, chopped 🍅 3 fresh tomatoes, diced
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, minced 🍽️ 200 ml of peanut oil
🍚 1 kg of broken rice (rice flakes) 🍲 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
🐟 4 nice doradas 🥕 2 carrots, sliced
🥬 1/2 cabbage, quartered 🌶️ salt (to taste)

Utensils

🍳 Large saucepan 🐟 Cutting board
🔪 Chef’s knife 🥄 Wooden spoon
📏 Ruler or measuring spoon 🥘 Serving dish
🍽️ Plates 🍴 Cutlery

Preparation step by step

Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour

STEP 1: Start by preparing the vegetables by washing and cutting them into suitable pieces for cooking.

STEP 2: Chop the onion and garlic, then sauté them in a large saucepan with hot oil.

STEP 3: Add the diced fresh tomatoes and the tomato paste to the mixture and let it simmer.

STEP 4: Then incorporate the pieces of fish or meat of your choice and let cook for a few minutes.

STEP 5: Add the prepared vegetables, such as cabbage, carrot, and cassava, then pour enough water to cover everything.

STEP 6: Add the broken rice to the saucepan and season with salt and spices to your taste.

STEP 7: Let simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the flavors are well blended.

STEP 8: Once the dish is ready, let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the aromas to meld.

The thieb, a true reflection of Senegalese cuisine, stands out for its rich flavors and thoughtful preparation. This iconic dish, based on rice, vegetables, and fish or meat, embodies the cultural and culinary heritage of Senegal. In every bite, one can feel the love and care put into its preparation, where each ingredient plays a role in the harmony of the dish.

With its combination of tomatoes, onions, and spices, the thieb becomes a symbol of friendship, often shared during meals with family or friends. Let yourself be seduced by this traditional recipe, and savor the richness of Senegalese traditions through this authentic dish.

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