SANGISA SANGISA | CONGOLESE ASSORTED MEAT PEPPER SOUP | ALPHA'S KITCHEN

assorted meats

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than mixed meats.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: serrano peppers

Jalapeños offer heat with less intensity, while serrano peppers are more accessible.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil adds flavor and health benefits.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Thyme and oregano can provide similar herbal notes.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

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

Add assorted meats to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the meats and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and add thyme, bay leaves, and salt; simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Add chopped bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, and carrots; stir well.

Continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Adjust seasoning with black pepper and lemon juice to taste.

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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