Caribéu, the typical Brazilian dish from Pantanal, easy and very different recipe!

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk provides a lighter alternative with fewer calories.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while canned tuna is more economical.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be less expensive.

In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, add 5 tablespoons of olive oil.

Add 500 grams of dried meat cut into cubes and desalted, and stir until fried.

Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium onion cut into cubes, stir-frying until slightly golden brown.

Add 400 grams of cassava cut into smaller bits and stir until incorporated.

Add 3 peeled tomatoes cut into smaller bits and 1/2 red bell pepper chopped into small cubes.

Add enough hot water to cover all the ingredients, along with chives, parsley, coriander, and black pepper to taste.

Cover the saucepan and cook for 30 minutes.

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