HOW TO MAKE PEPPER STEW | NIGERIAN TOMATO STEW ALTERNATIVE | PARTY RECIPES

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeño peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends avoid additives.

Blend bell peppers, tomatoes, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, and ginger until smooth.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in the blended pepper mixture and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, bay leaves, thyme, and curry powder to the pot.

Stir to combine and cook for another 5 minutes.

Introduce chicken, beef, or fish into the stew and mix well.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Add chopped carrots and green beans, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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