How To Make Authentic Ghanaian BURKINA | DEGUE from scratch

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and still creamy.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

fish

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Mushrooms add umami without the fish.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

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

Mix in groundnut paste, stirring well to combine with the vegetables.

Pour in water to reach desired consistency, and bring to a simmer.

Add chopped chicken or fish, cooking until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and seasoning cubes to taste.

Stir in leafy greens and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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