Mchemsho wa Viazi Vitamu in Zanzibar(Sweet Potato Stew with Tuna)Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while providing a creamy texture.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers similar sweetness with fewer calories.

Peel and chop sweet potatoes into cubes.

Dice onions, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger.

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

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

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in green bell pepper and carrots, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Add sweet potatoes, stirring to combine with the vegetables.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Season with coriander, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.

Cover and cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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