DELICIOUS Sierra Leone STEW OKRA RECIPE

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a similar flavor profile, while paprika is more affordable.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade mixes can be healthier and cheaper than store-bought cubes.

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 ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate chopped chicken or beef, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Add sliced okra and carrots, stirring to combine with other ingredients.

Pour in water and add seasoning cubes, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.

Add chopped cilantro and lemon juice, stirring to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, simmering for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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