: prep_Ahead, jollof stew!/How to make your jollof rice stew ahead,for easy cooking.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option while pork can be more economical.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder.

chicken stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and water with seasoning is budget-friendly.

Blend tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger until smooth.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the blended mixture to the pot and cook until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

Stir in thyme, bay leaves, and curry powder; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken or beef to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add chopped carrots and peas; cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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