Salads
South Sudanese Tomato Salad
Tomato Salad
South Sudan
Simple salad of sliced tomatoes dressed with peanut butter (dakwa), oil, and sometimes chili; the peanut appears even in salads; a refreshing side dish; served alongside grilled meats or stews; showcases the versatility of peanuts in South Sudanese cooking.
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What it is
A closer look at South Sudanese Tomato Salad.
Simple salad of sliced tomatoes dressed with peanut butter (dakwa), oil, and sometimes chili; the peanut appears even in salads; a refreshing side dish; served alongside grilled meats or stews; showcases the versatility of peanuts in South Sudanese cooking.
What to look for
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Sliced tomatoes glistening with a peanut-oil dressing; sometimes with chili or onion; a simple side that appears alongside grilled meats; the peanut dressing is uniquely South Sudanese.
Where it belongs
Origins and
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