Chtitha batata - Algerian potato stew | Video recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while sunflower oil is more economical.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier, while seasoned water saves cost.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Fresh chili provides a vibrant flavor, while cayenne is often more affordable.

parsley

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Coriander adds a unique flavor, while dried parsley is budget-friendly.

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced potatoes to the skillet and stir to coat with oil.

Season with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Pour in vegetable broth to cover the potatoes.

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook until potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add chopped bell peppers and carrots, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

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