🇬🇾GUYANESE STYLE KREKETE/SNAIL TILAPIA CHUKA DHAL RICE CHICKEN CURRY BACKYARD LIME 🇬🇾

green bananas

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: plantains

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture and flavor profile.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk offers creaminess at a lower cost.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika adds flavor and color without the heat.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive while still being versatile.

Peel and chop green bananas into small pieces.

Boil the chopped bananas in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain the bananas and let them cool slightly.

Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth.

Mix in chopped onion, garlic, scallions, thyme, cayenne pepper, and lime juice.

Form the mixture into small patties or cakes.

Coat each patty in bread crumbs for a crispy exterior.

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the patties in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.

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