The Remote Kitchen Ep 1 | Madagascar - Pork and Cassava Leaves | WaterAid

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is more economical.

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon offers a similar tang, while vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced pork and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and add bay leaves and thyme; stir to combine.

Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 30 minutes.

Add peeled and diced cassava, carrot, and green bell pepper; stir well.

Cover and simmer until cassava is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Squeeze lime juice over the dish before serving.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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