CHIBWABWA WITH POUNDED GROUNDNUTS AKA IFISASHI🇿🇲

groundnuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile while canola is often more affordable.

Wash pumpkin leaves thoroughly and chop into smaller pieces.

Boil water in a large pot and add the chopped pumpkin leaves.

Cook the leaves for 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside.

In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate the cooked pumpkin leaves into the tomato mixture, stirring well.

Add pounded groundnuts and mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Season with salt, pepper, and chili to taste, adjusting as desired.

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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