Surinamese Cooking

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk provides a dairy-free option while evaporated milk is more affordable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while canned tuna is a budget-friendly alternative.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, and pork often costs less than beef.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes are nutritious, while regular potatoes are widely available.

Prepare rice according to package instructions until fluffy.

Marinate chicken in lime juice, garlic, and spices for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.

Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

In a separate pan, stir-fry shrimp until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.

Add mixed vegetables to the chicken and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate coconut milk into the chicken mixture and simmer for 10 minutes.

Season the dish with soy sauce and hot sauce to taste.

Fry plantains in a separate skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Serve the chicken and shrimp mixture over rice with fried plantains on the side.

Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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