AFRO CUISINE - LE FAKOYE

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides protein while being plant-based.

Cook rice according to package instructions until fluffy.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and carrots; cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender.

Add shredded cabbage and green beans; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomato and chicken pieces; cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Pour in soy sauce and mix well; cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Fold in cooked rice and peas; stir until evenly combined and heated through.

Garnish with chopped scallions and fresh coriander before serving.

Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.

Cooking Techniques

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