Two Beautiful Ways to serve your Kpekple/Kpokpoi for the Ga Festival to hoot at hunger

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier but more expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a leaner protein alternative.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage is more affordable and adds crunch.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes to soften.

In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt.

Add the soaked rice to the boiling water and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the rice 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 minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in diced carrots and green bell pepper, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked chicken or fish, stirring to combine with the vegetables.

Season with pepper, seasoning cubes, and bay leaves, mixing well.

Fold in the cooked rice, ensuring it's evenly coated with the mixture.

Cover the pot and let it sit on low heat for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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