Americans Eat African Food for the First Time: Foutou

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a healthier fat profile.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides a protein alternative for vegetarians.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat choice.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili flakes

Jalapeños provide spice with less heat.

Peel and chop plantains and cassava into chunks.

Boil plantains and cassava in water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Drain the water and mash the plantains and cassava together until smooth and creamy.

Form the mixture into balls or mounds and set aside.

In a separate pot, heat palm oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chicken or fish pieces and cook until fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes.

Mix in peanut butter and seasoning cubes, stirring until well combined.

Add water to reach desired sauce consistency and simmer for 5 minutes.

Season with salt, pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper to taste.

Serve the foutou with the sauce poured over it.

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