HOW TO COOK DRIED KAPENTA (MATEMBA) | MALAWIAN FOOD

kapenta

🥗Healthier: fresh sardines

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned sardines are more accessible and cost-effective.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

Clean the kapenta thoroughly to remove excess salt and sand, which is a lengthy process.

Chop the onions and tomatoes for cooking.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the chopped onions to the skillet and sauté until they are translucent.

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.

Season the mixture with salt to taste.

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