31 Isombe from Burundi

cassava leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach offers similar nutrients and is easier to find.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter provides a nutty flavor with less cost.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is budget-friendly and still adds protein.

Wash cassava leaves thoroughly and chop finely.

Boil cassava leaves in salted water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Drain and set aside the boiled leaves.

In a pan, heat palm oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in peanut butter and mix well until combined.

Add the boiled cassava leaves to the mixture and stir to coat.

Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

If using, fold in smoked fish and heat through for another 5 minutes.

Serve warm, wrapped in banana leaves or on a plate.

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