7 minutes delicious sauce: A quick Nigerian recipe 🇳🇬

fresh peppers

🥗Healthier: roasted bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned peppers

Canned peppers are often more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a cost-effective alternative that adds acidity.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is less expensive while still providing a neutral flavor.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Salt is a basic alternative that enhances flavor without added cost.

Blend fresh peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger until smooth.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the blended mixture to the hot oil carefully.

Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

Add seasoning cubes and salt to taste, mixing well.

Stir in vinegar and lime juice, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool before serving.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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