How to cook SierraLeone 🇸🇱 palm oil stew with fresh fish and meat 😋

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor profile with lower saturated fats.

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner, while tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while bell peppers are milder.

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until it shimmers.

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

Stir in chopped tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Incorporate the meat and fish; cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and thyme; reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

Stir in crayfish and bitter leaf; cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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