HOW TO MAKE VEGETABLE SAUCE | SIMPLE NIGERIAN RECIPE

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats while canola oil is often less expensive.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrients, while collard greens are often more affordable.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: herbs and spices

💰Cheaper: salt

Using herbs and spices can enhance flavor without added sodium.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while bulgur is often less costly.

Boil plenty of water in a pot.

Gradually add yam to the boiling water and add a little salt.

Allow yam to boil for 10 to 15 minutes depending on the quantity.

Check the yam after 10 to 15 minutes; once done, set the water aside.

In a pan, add vegetable oil and palm oil together and heat until warm.

Add sliced onions to the heated oil and sauté.

Add sliced tomatoes, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper; stir for about 2 minutes.

Add tiny sliced carrots and continue to stir for another 2 minutes.

Add ginger and garlic paste; stir for another 2 minutes.

Add curry powder and one and a half seasoning cubes, adjusting based on the sauce quantity.

Add frozen spinach, ensuring to remove any bones if using smoked fish.

Stir for a little time, ensuring not to overcook the spinach.

Serve the vegetable sauce with yam.

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