How to make Fried Spinach | Liberian style |

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrients and flavor, while collard greens are often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

fish or shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is a good protein source for vegetarians, while beans are budget-friendly.

Season the fish and meats with garlic powder, onion powder, chicken flavor bouillon, adobo seasoning, and black pepper. Mix well using hands or a spoon.

Set the seasoned fish and meats aside until ready to fry.

Add water to the seasoned meat until covered and cook on the stove for 25 to 30 minutes.

Blend the onions and habanero pepper together and set aside.

Blend the spinach in a food processor or blender until smaller pieces are achieved, if desired.

Check on the cooking meat, ensuring the chicken feet do not overcook.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or skillet until ready for frying.

Add the spinach to the hot oil and stir to mix. Cover and let fry for 7 minutes.

After 7 minutes, add the blended onion and pepper mixture along with the seasoning to the spinach.

Add the cooked meat and shrimp into the spinach, stirring to combine.

Add a little more water if needed, but avoid adding too much to prevent overcooking.

Taste the spinach to check for seasoning and adjust if necessary by adding another feta cube if desired.

Cover and let cook until the water reduces and the dish is ready.

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