How to make Ghana Red Red. Recipe from Usborne's World Kitchen Children's Cook Book

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often less expensive and save prep time.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu provides a protein source for vegetarians.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Regular potatoes are more readily available and versatile.

Soak black-eyed peas in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked peas.

Boil the peas in water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Heat palm 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 until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes, green pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and seasoning cube, stirring to combine.

Add the boiled peas to the pot and mix well with the sauce.

Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Meanwhile, peel and slice plantains, then fry in oil until golden brown.

Serve the red red with fried plantains and lime wedges on the side.

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