Summer Meal Prep With Me! Ghanaian Quick and Easy Healthy Meals

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

meat

🥗Healthier: lean chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean chicken reduces fat content.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can substitute for flavor.

Wash and chop the okra into small pieces.

Dice the tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate chopped okra and stir well.

Add fish and meat, cooking until they are fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes.

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

Pour in water to achieve desired consistency; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add spinach and lemon juice; cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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