South Sudanese & Kenyan Culinary Fusion: Spinach & Lentil Stew, Served with Chapatis 🇸🇸🇸🇩🇰🇪

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

chapati flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Prepare chapati dough beforehand.

Roll out chapatis before cooking.

Cook rolled chapatis until done.

Fry onions until golden brown.

Add beef and stir for 2 minutes.

Add black pepper, coriander powder, vegeta, chicken stock cube, and cinnamon stick; stir and cook covered for 2 minutes without adding water.

Add ginger and tomatoes; mix to combine.

Top with water and cook for 30 minutes on medium to low flame.

Add tomato paste and lentils; cook for 15 minutes before adding spinach.

Allow to boil on high heat, then reduce to lowest heat setting.

Add spinach, garlic, and cumin powder; mix to combine and let simmer on low for 10 minutes.

Adjust salt to taste and simmer for 1 more minute.

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