How to Make Authentic Nigerian Buka Stew | Mama put Testy Stew |Onyi Sunshine Emy

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: palm oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats while palm oil is more traditional.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with lower calories, while bell peppers are milder.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends can be healthier and more flavorful.

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

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

Blend bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste.

Add the blended paste to the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

Add chicken and beef to the pot, stirring to coat with the sauce.

Season with seasoning cubes, salt, curry powder, thyme, and bay leaves.

Pour in water to cover the meat and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the meat is tender.

Adjust seasoning to taste and remove from heat.

Let the stew cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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