Delicious and Incredible Ghana tomato stew with on a low budget (less than $4)

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats while sunflower oil is more budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork can be less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños add heat with less intensity, while bell peppers are milder.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: herbs and spices

💰Cheaper: homemade spice blend

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without additives, and homemade blends save money.

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

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

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

Add chopped bell peppers and scotch bonnet pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes, stirring to combine, and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.

Introduce chicken or beef to the pot, stirring to coat with the sauce.

Pour in enough water to cover the meat, and add bay leaves and thyme.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until meat is tender.

Add chopped carrots and green beans, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

Stir in spinach just before serving, allowing it to wilt.

Adjust seasoning as necessary and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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