THE O'S KITCHEN: MIM EP 1 - BURUNDIAN MATOKE

green bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Plantains provide a similar texture and flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dill

Parsley or dill can substitute for flavor.

Peel and slice the green bananas into thick rounds.

Place the sliced bananas in a large pot with water and salt.

Bring the water to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce heat and cover the pot, steaming the bananas until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

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

Stir in diced tomatoes and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Mash the steamed bananas in a bowl until smooth.

Combine the mashed bananas with the sautéed mixture, mixing well.

Add lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste, stirring until combined.

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