Ugba sauce, also known as oil bean sauce, is a popular Nigerian condiment made from oil beans, vegetables, and spices. It’s a staple in many Nigerian households, served alongside dishes like rice, plantains, and yams. Here’s a simple recipe to make delicious ugba sauce at home:
Ingredients:
– 1 cup oil beans (ugba)
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon grated ginger
– 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
– 1/2 teaspoon ground crayfish
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 2 tablespoons palm oil (optional)
Instructions:
1. Rinse the oil beans and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and blend into a smooth paste.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and Scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the blended oil bean paste, crayfish, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
5. If using palm oil, stir it in during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Remove from heat and let cool.
8. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Tips:
– Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
– Adjust the level of spiciness to your liking.
– Ugba sauce can be served with a variety of dishes, including rice, plantains, yams, and even as a dip.
Enjoy your homemade ugba sauce!
