SOUPOU KANDJA (Okra stew) from MALI - Delicious african recipe – Délicieuse recette africaine

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative.

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken breast is leaner and often more affordable.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini provides a similar texture.

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes

Incorporate chopped okra and cook for another 5 minutes

Add fish and meat, stirring to combine

Pour in water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until flavors meld

Season with salt, pepper, and seasoning cubes to taste

Add lemon juice and stir in spinach until wilted

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

Cooking Techniques

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