I made a Tasty Traditional Meal ( Ekwang - Oroko style) from Cameroon 🇨🇲

cocoyam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: yam

Sweet potato provides similar texture and flavor.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more accessible and still adds protein.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

ground crayfish

🥗Healthier: toasted nuts

💰Cheaper: dried shrimp

Dried shrimp offers a similar umami flavor at a lower cost.

Peel and grate cocoyam into a bowl.

Wash and chop cocoyam leaves into small pieces.

Mix grated cocoyam with salt and pepper until well combined.

Wrap a spoonful of the cocoyam mixture in a cocoyam leaf, folding it securely.

Repeat until all mixture is wrapped and set aside.

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

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

Layer the wrapped cocoyam in the pot and add water to cover.

Add smoked fish, ground crayfish, and seasoning cubes on top.

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes, checking occasionally.

Add more water if necessary to prevent burning.

Once cooked, stir gently to combine flavors before serving.

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