"Habas Largas con El Pollo y Las Patatas Receta" "Recetas de Suriname"

long beans

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: snap peas

Green beans are more widely available and less expensive.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade mixes can be tailored for flavor and cost.

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

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle in curry powder, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Add cubed potatoes and long beans to the pot; stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients; add bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender, about 25-30 minutes.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

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