How to make authentic Ghanaian Tuozafi from scratch. Tuozafi and ayoyo soup. Lami cook inspired

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: peanut butter

💰Cheaper: crushed peanuts

Peanut butter offers a similar flavor with less processing.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken provides protein with less sodium.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor profile.

ayoyo leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and still nutritious.

Peel and cut yam into chunks.

Boil yam in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain yam and set aside.

In a pot, heat palm oil over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Add groundnut paste and mix well, cooking for 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate ayoyo leaves and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.

Add smoked fish and crayfish, stirring to combine.

Pour in water to achieve desired soup consistency, then bring to a simmer.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and pepper, adjusting to taste.

Add boiled yam to the soup and gently stir to combine.

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.

Serve hot, garnished with lime if desired.

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