Zambian Food||Bondwe

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: cashew butter

💰Cheaper: ground nuts

Ground nuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often cheaper and works well for sautéing.

Wash bondwe leaves thoroughly and chop them coarsely.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in minced garlic and chopped chili pepper; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate bondwe leaves into the pan; stir well to combine.

Add water and vegetable stock to the mixture; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until bondwe is tender.

Stir in peanut butter until well blended.

Add salt and lemon juice to taste; mix thoroughly.

Serve hot as a side or main dish.

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