How to cook Fetridetsi (Oil-less Okro soup) Volta Style

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Kale is nutrient-dense and similar in texture.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and enhance flavor.

Clean and prepare the fish, removing any scales and guts.

Chop the tomatoes, onions, and peppers finely.

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

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

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate the fish into the tomato mixture, gently stirring to coat.

Add water to cover the fish and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt, seasoning cubes, and bay leaves, cooking for 15-20 minutes.

Add chopped cabbage, carrots, and green bell pepper, cooking until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Finish with lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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