Thiebou dieune : Senegal's rice and fish dish

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Kale is nutrient-dense, while lettuce is often less expensive.

carrots

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Sweet potatoes add fiber and sweetness, while frozen veggies are cost-effective.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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

Add chopped carrots, bell peppers, and cabbage, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and bay leaves, mixing well.

Add fish to the pot, covering with the vegetable mixture.

Pour in enough water to cover the fish and vegetables, bringing to a simmer.

Add soaked rice on top of the fish and vegetables without stirring.

Cover the pot tightly and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and serve with lemon wedges.

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