COOKING IN TIMES OF CORONA: SUDANESE OKRA STEW WITH ASIDA ( SUDANESE FUFU)

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini offers a similar texture, while green beans are more affordable.

asida flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour provides more nutrients, while all-purpose is easier to find.

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 for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in coriander, cumin, salt, black pepper, and chili pepper; cook for 1 minute.

Add okra and stir to coat in the spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with salt and lemon juice to taste.

In a separate pot, combine asida flour and semolina flour with water to form a smooth batter.

Cook the asida mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Serve the okra stew hot, alongside the asida.

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