Tomato Stew - Liberian Style

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu offers a plant-based protein while canned beans are budget-friendly.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean turkey reduces fat content, while pork is often less expensive.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in minced garlic and diced bell peppers; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped carrots and potatoes; stir to combine.

Add chicken and beef; cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and add cayenne pepper, thyme, and bay leaves.

Simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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