How to Make Traditional Cape Verdean Cachupa - Duane Takes Over the Kitchen!

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is leaner and lower in fat.

corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a nutritious alternative with a similar texture.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides protein and is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still being healthy.

Chop kale and prepare other ingredients.

Start heating a pan and add chicken stock and water mixture.

Add bay leaves and samp to the pan as it starts to boil.

Add 8 to 12 cups of liquid (broth and water) to the pan.

Add olive oil, parsley, white pepper, and a pinch of salt.

Add onions and garlic to the pan and stir to combine.

Add ham bone and chunks of ham to the mixture.

After an hour, add more meat, salt, paprika, and chili powder to enhance flavor.

Add kale and various beans to the mixture.

Add sweet potatoes and small new potatoes towards the end of cooking.

Let the dish simmer until all ingredients are cooked through and flavors meld.

Plate the cachupa and serve.

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