SAMOAN FOOD LAMB WITH EGGPLANTS & FA’ALIFU FA’I FOR DINNER

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken and pork are more affordable alternatives.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free while salt is a basic alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used in place of fresh for convenience.

Heat 2 tablespoons olive 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 grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced lamb and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in chopped tomatoes and green chilies; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Pour in 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Season with 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; stir well.

Add diced eggplants and cover; cook until eggplants are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Adjust seasoning to taste and add 1 teaspoon sugar if desired.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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