LET MAKE SAKA SAKA A CONGOLESE FAVORITE. AKA PONDOU (CONGOLESE)

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

ground peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and offers a similar texture.

fish (smoked or dried)

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

Heat palm 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 cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Mix in ground peanuts and stir well to combine.

Add fish, salt, pepper, and chili peppers to the pot.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add lemon juice and okra, cooking until okra is tender, about 5-7 minutes.

If using cassava leaves, add them now and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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