Liberian Fried Bitterballs | Liberian Style Garden Eggs |

bitter leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach offers a similar texture and flavor, while kale is more accessible.

cassava flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is easier to find.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides protein, while canned beans are budget-friendly.

Season the fish and meats with adobo, black pepper, seasoned salt, and garlic powder.

Add approximately 5 cups of water to the pot with the seasoned fish and meats.

Cook the meats for about 30 minutes, removing the chicken feet halfway through.

Wash the garden eggs with cold water.

Slice the garden eggs into medium-sized pieces.

Heat 1.5 cups of vegetable oil in a pot until hot.

Fry the sliced garden eggs in the hot oil for a few minutes.

Add onion to the oil to test if it's hot.

Add seasoning, habanero pepper, and tomato paste to the frying garden eggs.

Stir and let fry for 5 more minutes before adding the cooked meat and water from the pot.

Let everything cook together for 20 to 25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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