S02E05: GHANA: Chicken "Groundnut Soup" with "Jollof" Rice and "Kelewele" Fried Plantains Experiment

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers similar creaminess with less saturated fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity at a lower cost.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is more widely available and can be used dried for convenience.

Heat olive oil in a dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Add chopped onions, habanero pepper, ginger, and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes.

Add salt, black pepper, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, and chicken bouillon; stir well.

Pour in 1 cup of water and let simmer for 5 minutes.

Stir in 1/2 cup of peanut butter until well combined.

Add 6 chicken drumsticks, ensuring they are submerged in the mixture.

Reduce heat to low and cook for 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens