12 Delicious Ways to Cook G-Nuts (Peanuts) | Luwombo, Katogo, Fish, Meat, and More!"

groundnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts are more affordable and provide similar flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option while chicken thighs are less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut cream is richer, while milk is more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Roast groundnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

Grind roasted groundnuts into a coarse paste using a mortar and pestle or food processor.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate the groundnut paste, mixing well with the tomato mixture.

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

Pour in coconut milk and enough water to cover the chicken; stir to combine.

Season with salt, black pepper, and bay leaves; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Add chopped green bell pepper and carrots; cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Finish with lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves before serving.

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