Yiga Okufumba Enkoko Ya Soup | Ugandan Chicken stew recipe - Ugandan Food

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories, and the substitute is more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories, and cabbage is often less expensive.

Heat vegetable 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 ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken pieces to the pot, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine.

Add chopped carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, and thyme to the pot.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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