Second Spin, Country 113: Micronesia [International Food]

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in fat.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is more accessible.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan.

In batches, fry the chicken until light brown; reserve the chicken.

Next, fry the potatoes and carrots until softened; reserve them in a bowl.

Add another 2 tablespoons of oil to the saucepan and add garlic, onions, and ginger; sauté for 2 minutes or until onions are softened and garlic and ginger are fragrant.

Add the red and green bell peppers and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more.

Return the chicken to the pot and add coconut milk, curry powder, and chili powder if using; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add in the potatoes and carrots and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes or until soft.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

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