Yam Ampesie with Tomato & peanut Abom/ Sauce |Ghanaian Dish | Lovystouch

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive and nut-free.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Tomato paste can provide a concentrated flavor at a lower cost.

yam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potato

Potatoes are generally more affordable and still provide a hearty base.

Peel yam in a plastic bag for easy cleanup.

Cut yam into preferred sizes and rinse twice.

Boil yam in salted water for about 15 minutes.

Add 5 eggs to the pot with yam and soak salted fish to reduce saltiness.

Grind green pepper and te berries together.

Roast tomatoes on a grill pan until tender, then grind with onions.

Grind all ingredients including ginger and dried herrings until well mixed.

Add roasted tomatoes and peanut butter to the mixture and adjust salt to taste.

Heat palm oil and fry chopped onions until caramelized.

Combine everything together and serve with eggs and avocados.

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