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Peanut

Often produced in tropical

regions, peanuts are rich in

oil and protein and contain
numerous health benefits.

Its seeds (which we eat) are
borne in a shell-like pod.
The fruit matures

underground and after
which is used to make
traditional foods drinks:

peanut punches, peanut
cake, and peanut rice

(African Contribution)

Stew

The Africans have presented
the stew as a dish consisting

of meats or various animals,
vegetables and staples:
dumpling, yam, dasheen;

among others. Popular to
the Jamaican culture, it is
often enjoyed on a Saturday

afternoon. The Meal serves
as a main course as it can
be classified as a ‘one pot

dish’ consisting of food from
the various food groups.

(African Contribution)

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