HOW TO MAKE GHANAIAN BEANS STEW (RED RED) | STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE | BEANS STEW

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being healthier.

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeño offers heat without the same intensity.

ginger

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and are often cheaper.

Remove unwanted particles from the beans and wash thoroughly.

Soak the beans for about an hour to soften them.

Transfer the soaked beans into a cooking pot and add a little onions.

Add enough water to cook the beans and cook on medium heat, stirring continuously.

Once the beans start to soften, add salt to taste and continue cooking.

Set the cooked beans aside once soft.

Blend garlic, ginger, fresh pepper, fresh tomatoes, onions, and scallions for the stew base.

In a different pot, heat cooking oil and add the blended pepper mix.

Cover and cook on medium heat to develop flavors.

Add tomato paste to the stew base and cook on low medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes.

Add smoked mackerel and aromat stew seasoning powder to the stew, along with a pinch of salt.

Stir and cover, allowing to cook for 5 minutes.

Carefully add the cooked beans into the stew and stir gently to combine.

Adjust the consistency with a little bean water if needed and simmer on low heat for a few minutes.

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