How to cook Amaranth Leaves (BONDWE)

chicken or fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: beans

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative, while beans are budget-friendly.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats, while canola is often less expensive.

Pinch off amaranth leaves from the bush, avoiding seeds to allow for growth.

Gather sweet potatoes, peanut butter, coffee, leftover sausage, and dates for the meal.

Identify and describe different varieties of amaranth leaves in the garden.

Decide not to pick certain varieties due to insecticide use.

Choose to cut the amaranth leaves into smaller pieces for easier eating.

Remove seeds from the amaranth leaves if desired, but it's optional.

Wash the amaranth leaves to remove dirt and bugs.

Chop 1 small watery tomato and add it to the amaranth leaves.

Add about 2 pinches of salt to the mixture and stir.

Cook the tomato until it is soft, then add the amaranth leaves to the pan.

Cook the mixture for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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