ANOTHER WAY OF COOKING MOPANE WORMS STEW (AMACIMBI, MADORA, PHANE, MASONJA)

mopane worms

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Chickpeas provide protein and fiber, while canned beans are budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats, while canola oil is often less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: turmeric and cumin

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Turmeric and cumin provide similar flavors with health benefits.

chicken stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily at home.

Soak mopane worms in warm water for 30 minutes to rehydrate.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in curry powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Add rehydrated mopane worms, carrots, and potatoes, stirring well.

Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Stir in chopped coriander and lemon juice just before serving.

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

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