Cookbook:Unripe Plantain Porridge

Unripe plantain porridge is a Nigerian dish of unripe plantain and vegetables. It is dominantly consumed by the Igbo people of Nigeria.

Ingredients

 * Unripe plantains, peeled and sliced
 * Onions, chopped
 * Seasoning cubes
 * Stockfish (optional)
 * Fish
 * Ground crayfish
 * Pepper
 * Palm oil
 * Fluted pumpkin (ugwu) leaves, washed and chopped
 * Salt
 * Ponmo (optional)

Procedure

 * 1) Gently combine the sliced plantains, seasoning cubes, fish, ground crayfish, and pepper in a pot. Avoid mashing the plantains.
 * 2) Fill the pot with water to the same level as the contents. Bring to a boil without stirring.
 * 3) Add the salt and palm oil. Simmer until everything is done and the plantain is tender.
 * 4) Add the ugwu leaves, cover, and set aside to cook.
 * 5) Remove from heat, and let rest a few minutes before serving.