Cooking Demonstration (Demonstrasaun Tein)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers reduce heat, while cayenne is a cost-effective spice.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Add beef and cook until tender, about 1-2 hours.

Remove beef, let cool, and shred into bite-sized pieces.

In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and turmeric until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Stir in coriander and cumin, cooking for another minute.

Return shredded beef to the pot, mixing well with the spices.

Add coconut milk and lime juice, stirring to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Incorporate chopped carrots and potatoes into the stew.

Simmer for 20-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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