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Makayabu (Congolese Salt Cod with Cabbage)
Salted cured cod braised with shredded cabbage, tomatoes, and golden palm oil.
The story
Makayabu (salted dry fish) became a beloved staple in Kinshasa and across the DRC through historic Atlantic maritime trade routes. Congolese home cooks adapted the salted cod by braising it with tender local cabbage and red palm oil, creating a balanced interplay of savory brininess and sweet, caramelized vegetables.
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