This Authentic Cassava Leaf Stew is so good with Rice.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while vegetable oil is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides protein with fewer calories, while beans are budget-friendly.

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: peanut butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Peanut butter retains flavor, and sunflower seed butter is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and cheaper.

In a pot, boil beef and tribee with salt, seasoning powder, and blended onion.

Cover and cook until the meat releases its moisture without adding water.

Once moisture is released, add a little water to the pot.

Blend the ground cassava leaves briefly if using fresh leaves, pound or blend them as needed.

Add smoked fish to the pot without overcooking it.

Add remaining blended onion and stir well.

Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes on medium heat, checking to prevent burning.

Add peanut butter or ground peanuts to the pot.

Stir in palm oil and add scotch bonnet peppers, controlling the spiciness as desired.

Add crayfish towards the end to maintain flavor.

Adjust seasonings with salt and seasoning powder to taste.

Let simmer on low heat for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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