OKRA SOUP WITH FUFU | BAHAMIAN COOKING

okra

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Green beans provide a similar texture and flavor, while zucchini is more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often less expensive.

chicken or beef

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly than beef.

fufu

🥗Healthier: mashed potatoes

💰Cheaper: rice

Mashed potatoes are a lower-calorie alternative, and rice is often more accessible.

Wash and chop okra into small pieces.

Dice tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.

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

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

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

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate the okra and stir well to combine with the mixture.

Add chicken or beef, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in water and add seasoning cubes and salt to taste.

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

While the soup simmers, prepare fufu according to package instructions or boil starchy root vegetables and mash until smooth.

Serve the okra soup hot with fufu on the side, garnished with lime.

Cooking Techniques

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