African Cooking – SWEET POTATO LEAF STEW & OKRA from Ivory Coast - Delicious African food

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats while sunflower oil is more budget-friendly.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative, while canned beans are economical.

Wash sweet potato leaves and okra thoroughly under cold water.

Chop onion, tomato, garlic, and ginger finely.

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

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

Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomato and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Incorporate sweet potato leaves and okra into the pot; stir well to combine.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the leaves are tender.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chili pepper to taste.

Add lime juice and stir to combine just before serving.

Serve hot, optionally with fish or tofu for added protein.

Cooking Techniques

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