GUISO DE ZUCCHINI // How to Make Zucchini Stew Nicaraguan Style

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Yellow squash offers similar texture, while cabbage is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Homemade broth is fresher and more nutritious, while bouillon is cost-effective.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley provides a similar flavor profile, while spinach is often less expensive.

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted.

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

Add diced zucchini and tomato; stir to combine.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add sour cream and water mixture or milk and 2 spoonfuls of starch; stir well.

Cook for about 45 minutes until the zucchinis are tender.

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