Kwanmkwala/Kwangkwalang and Esubag Recipe

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner, while beef is often less expensive.

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Peanut butter is more accessible and affordable.

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is widely available and offers a similar texture.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative.

Prepare the pork by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate the pork pieces, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the meat and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer until pork is tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Mix in groundnut paste and stir until well combined.

Add bitter leaf and any additional vegetables, cooking for another 10 minutes.

Season with salt and seasoning cubes to taste.

Serve hot with boiled plantains or rice.

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