SAUCE AUBERGINE GOMBO

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor profile with less saturated fat.

okra

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Green beans offer a similar texture and are often more affordable.

aubergine

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: eggplant

Zucchini is lower in calories and can be used in a similar way.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth can be healthier and more flavorful.

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

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in diced tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped aubergine and okra, stirring to combine.

Pour in vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer.

Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, until vegetables are tender.

Stir in lime juice and fresh herbs just before serving.

Serve hot over rice or with fufu.

Cooking Techniques

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