How I Made Ghanaian Tomato Stew For The First Time

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier with beneficial fats.

chicken or beef

🥗Healthier: tofu or tempeh

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu/tempeh offers a plant-based option, while beans are budget-friendly.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while bell peppers add sweetness.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Oregano adds flavor without the cost of bay leaves.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped bell peppers and scotch bonnet pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and herbs, stirring to combine.

Introduce chicken or beef to the pot, cooking until browned on all sides.

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

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

Add chopped carrots and green beans, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

Stir in chopped cabbage and cook until just wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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