Delicious Nigerian Oil-Less Stew #stew

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: cucumbers

💰Cheaper: green peppers

Cucumbers add crunch with fewer calories.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: herbs and spices

💰Cheaper: salt

Using herbs can reduce sodium intake.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: serrano peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with easier availability.

Blend tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger until smooth.

Pour blended mixture into a pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Add chopped carrots and green beans, and cook for 10 minutes until tender.

Stir in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and add seasoning cubes, salt, bay leaves, thyme, and coriander.

Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Add zucchini and scotch bonnet peppers, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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