cooking Malewa a Ugandan traditional dish from bamboo shoots.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Grilled chicken offers a leaner protein alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats while sunflower oil is often more affordable.

Prepare banana stem by peeling and cutting into small pieces.

Soak the banana stem pieces in water for 30 minutes to reduce bitterness.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and green peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in the banana stem pieces and stir to combine.

Add smoked fish, water, and spices, bringing to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until the banana stem is tender.

Stir in chopped coriander just before serving.

Serve hot with a side of rice or ugali.

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