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maize meal

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole grain flour adds more nutrients while corn flour is less expensive.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: organic vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Organic vegetables are healthier, while frozen options can be more affordable.

meat or fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is a healthier protein alternative, while canned beans are budget-friendly.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a more economical choice.

Boil water in a large pot over medium heat.

Add salt to the boiling water.

Gradually stir in maize meal until the mixture thickens.

Reduce heat and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened.

Add chopped vegetables and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate spices, garlic, and ginger, stirring well.

If using, add meat or fish and cook until fully done.

Mix in leafy greens and cook until wilted.

Serve the maize meal with the vegetable mixture on top.

Cooking Techniques

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