Timor-Leste, Country 173, Night Two

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

whole fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

Heat canola oil in a cast iron skillet.

Cut a piece of plantain leaf to cover the bottom of the cast iron skillet.

Add a little oil on top of the plantain leaf.

Remove the fish from the marinade and place it in the skillet.

Cook the fish for about 10 to 15 minutes until crispy.

Sauté onions and garlic in a separate sauté pan for the stew.

Prepare the corn stew by boiling corn and kidney beans together.

Add pumpkin to the corn stew as it cooks.

Cooking Techniques

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