Potato Leaves Recipe | Sauce Feuilles de Patate Douce | Hako Poutè 🇬🇳

potato leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach offers similar nutrients and is widely available.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and adds a unique flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

crayfish

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: fish sauce

Shrimp provides similar umami flavor, while fish sauce is more economical.

Wash potato leaves thoroughly and set aside.

Chop onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers finely.

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

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

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add potato leaves and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender.

Season with salt, black pepper, and seasoning cubes to taste.

Stir in palm oil and crayfish, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Add scotch bonnet pepper for heat, adjusting to preference.

Finish with a splash of lime juice and fresh herbs before serving.

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