African Village Girl Cooks Delicious meal For Lunch

omena (sardines)

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Mackerel is a healthier option, while canned tuna is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is usually cheaper.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Kale is more nutrient-dense, while cabbage is often less expensive.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat, while jalapeños can be cheaper.

Rinse the omena thoroughly under cold water and drain.

Heat vegetable 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 grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and chopped green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate the rinsed omena into the pot, mixing well with the sauce.

Pour in water to cover the omena and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice, stirring to combine.

Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Add chopped spinach and diced carrots, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Serve hot with ugali or rice.

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