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cassava leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach offers similar nutrients and is easier to find.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter provides a nutty flavor with less cost.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is budget-friendly and still adds protein.

Prepare the mashed cassava leaves.

Chop the carrots, green peppers, onions, and eggplant finely.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until soft.

Incorporate the mashed cassava leaves and mix well.

Season with Maggi, salt, and mixed spice to taste.

Add meat if using and cook until done.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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