Boiled Yam & Kontomire (Beetroot Twist) | Cook Africa with Ajeezay

kontomire leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach provides similar texture and nutrients.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more affordable.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

groundnut

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds are healthier; peanuts are more economical.

Wash your hands.

Chop the kontomire leaves finely.

Chop the onion, tomato, and pepper.

Prepare the beetroot by chopping it.

Heat palm oil in a pot until shimmering.

Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent.

Add chopped tomato and pepper, cooking until soft.

Stir in the chopped kontomire leaves and cook for about 5-7 minutes.

Add smoked fish, groundnut, and seasoning cube, mixing well.

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to combine flavors.

In a separate pot, add water and bring to a boil.

Add the yam to the boiling water and season with salt.

Boil the yam until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

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