Liberian Rubbed Greens | African Food |

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños offer heat with more availability and milder flavor.

smoked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is more affordable.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Tofu provides protein for vegetarians, while sardines are budget-friendly.

Wash potato leaves thoroughly, rinsing 3 times if desired.

Prep the potato leaves by breaking off the stems and cutting the leaves into smaller pieces.

Season the fish and meat with black pepper and adobo seasoning.

Cook the seasoned fish and meat in water with onions and habanero pepper for 15-20 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot until shimmering.

Add the prepared greens to the hot oil along with blended habanero pepper and seasoning.

Fry the greens for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Add cooked fish and meat to the greens, mixing well.

Cover and let cook for an additional 25 minutes until the water has mostly evaporated and the dish is ready.

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