Cookbook:Nigerian Tomato Stew

Nigerian tomato stew is a dish among all ethnic groups in Nigeria. It is commonly used as a component in a variety of dishes, such as rice and beans.

Ingredients

 * Fresh plum tomatoes, puréed to a paste
 * Tomato paste, thinned with a small amount of water
 * Groundnut oil
 * Onion, chopped
 * Thyme (optional)
 * Pepper (optional)
 * Curry (optional)

Procedure

 * 1) Cook the puréed tomatoes and tomato paste in a pot over low heat until most of the water has evaporated.
 * 2) Combine the oil, onions, and cooked tomato puree in a mixing bowl. Transfer the mixture to a pot, and fry over low heat until the oil separates out and it no longer tastes like raw tomato.
 * 3) Discard the excess vegetable oil on the surface. Stir in the thyme, pepper, and curry powder if using.
 * 4) Serve the stew or use in other recipes.