Liberian breakfast

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked sausage is often less expensive.

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar texture and flavor, while regular potatoes are often cheaper.

pepper sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Salsa is fresher and contains fewer preservatives, while hot sauce is more affordable.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense, while collard greens are often less expensive.

Boil cassava in salted water until tender, about 20-30 minutes.

Peel and slice plantains, then fry in oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, sauté onions, tomatoes, and green peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Fry eggs in the skillet until desired doneness, season with salt and black pepper.

Serve boiled cassava and fried plantains on a plate with bacon, sautéed vegetables, and eggs.

Drizzle pepper sauce over the dish for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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