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The tomatoes, peppers and onions are [[Purée|pureed]] together and then [[Sautéing|sauteed]] in oil;<ref name=":0" /> often [[Peanut oil|groundnut oil]] or [[palm oil]], depending on the flavour the cook is going for. Red palm oil, an unrefined oil with a sweet taste, is specified in some recipes.<ref name=":1" /> Spices and other flavorings are added as it sautees.<ref name=":0" /> The finished product is lightly spicy and savory.<ref name=":1" /> Most cooks use fresh tomatoes, some use canned and some use a mix of both. Some roast the tomatoes, peppers, and onions before pureeing.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> |
The tomatoes, peppers and onions are [[Purée|pureed]] together and then [[Sautéing|sauteed]] in oil;<ref name=":0" /> often [[Peanut oil|groundnut oil]] or [[palm oil]], depending on the flavour the cook is going for. Red palm oil, an unrefined oil with a sweet taste, is specified in some recipes.<ref name=":1" /> Spices and other flavorings are added as it sautees.<ref name=":0" /> The finished product is lightly spicy and savory.<ref name=":1" /> Most cooks use fresh tomatoes, some use canned and some use a mix of both. Some roast the tomatoes, peppers, and onions before pureeing.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> |
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A cousin sauce is ata din din ([[Yoruba language|Yoruba]]) which is more a spicy concentrated stew.<ref name=":1" /> There are other Yoruba stews as well, including Ofada Sauce/stew, Ayamase, Agoyin Sauce, Buka Stew etc. |
A cousin sauce is ata din din ([[Yoruba language|Yoruba]]) which is more a spicy concentrated stew.<ref name=":1" /> There are other Yoruba stews as well, including Ofada Sauce/stew, Ayamase, Agoyin Sauce, Buka Stew, Omi Obe etc. |
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Also, on the other hand, Obe is the general name for soups made from vegetables and seeds in Yoruba culture, some if these soups or obe will be considered sauces in standard English. Obe is usually eaten with Okele but can be eaten with rice too. Some Obe Include: Egusi, Efo, Marugbo, Apon, Ila, Ewedu, Gbegiri, Ila-alasepo, Ilasa, and so on. Obe are from different ingredients like Indian Chutney. |
Also, on the other hand, Obe is the general name for soups made from vegetables and seeds in Yoruba culture, some if these soups or obe will be considered sauces in standard English. Obe is usually eaten with Okele but can be eaten with rice too. Some Obe Include: Egusi, Efo, Marugbo, Apon, Ila, Ewedu, Gbegiri, Ila-alasepo, Ilasa, and so on. Obe are from different ingredients like Indian Chutney. |
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Obe ata (Yoruba) is a stew or sauce used in Yoruba cuisine and meals found in Nigeria, Benin and Togo. In concept, it is similar to that of French mother sauces: a sauce from which other sauces are made, or to the Mexican Mole.[1] It can be used as the base with which Jollof rice is made, either at the initial or near prepared state.[1] Rice, yam and bread are also eaten with it. In Nigerian cooking the sauce is "ubiquitous".[2]
It is also eaten as a general stew / sauce with white rice (and other rice dishes) or as a dip for bread, yam, chips, or fries.[3][2]
Obe ata is made from tomatoes, a variety of peppers, onions, oil, and spices like thyme, garlic, ginger, and stock. Obe ata stews have several recipes that require Iru as well, or bay leaves and curry powder depending on the flavour profile. Some recipes call for dried or powdered crayfish.[2]
The tomatoes, peppers and onions are pureed together and then sauteed in oil;[1] often groundnut oil or palm oil, depending on the flavour the cook is going for. Red palm oil, an unrefined oil with a sweet taste, is specified in some recipes.[2] Spices and other flavorings are added as it sautees.[1] The finished product is lightly spicy and savory.[2] Most cooks use fresh tomatoes, some use canned and some use a mix of both. Some roast the tomatoes, peppers, and onions before pureeing.[1][2]
A cousin sauce is ata din din (Yoruba) which is more a spicy concentrated stew.[2] There are other Yoruba stews as well, including Ofada Sauce/stew, Ayamase, Agoyin Sauce, Buka Stew, Omi Obe etc.
Also, on the other hand, Obe is the general name for soups made from vegetables and seeds in Yoruba culture, some if these soups or obe will be considered sauces in standard English. Obe is usually eaten with Okele but can be eaten with rice too. Some Obe Include: Egusi, Efo, Marugbo, Apon, Ila, Ewedu, Gbegiri, Ila-alasepo, Ilasa, and so on. Obe are from different ingredients like Indian Chutney.
References
- ^ a b c d e Komolafe, Yewande (2019-06-24). "Yewande Komolafe's 10 Essential Nigerian Recipes". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Archived from the original on 2023-09-20. Retrieved 2023-09-22.
- ^ a b c d e f g Dorsey, Jenny (2 August 2022). "Obe Ata (Nigerian Red Pepper Sauce) Recipe". Serious Eats. Archived from the original on 2023-08-30. Retrieved 2023-09-22.
- ^ Odebode, Gabi. "Obe Ata". Food Network. Archived from the original on 2023-10-07. Retrieved 2023-09-22.