Congolese Food Mayembo & Mikila

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Peanut butter provides a similar flavor and texture at a lower cost.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a budget-friendly alternative with good protein content.

bitter leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more widely available and easier to prepare.

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

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

Stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato puree, and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add garlic and ginger, and mix well to combine.

Incorporate Jumbo seasoning and stir to coat with the mixture.

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