Mapishi ya mahole/Magimbi/It'sAngy lifestyle

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides protein for a vegetarian option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced green pepper, carrots, and peas; cook for another 5 minutes.

Stir in the drained rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add coconut milk, water, and salt; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in lime juice and chopped coriander.

Serve hot, optionally topped with cooked chicken or fish.

Cooking Techniques

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