Making a Zambian Dinner with my Mum!

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika provides a milder flavor, while chili powder is often cheaper.

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add green bell peppers, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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