How to make FUMBWA congolese recipe - Recette de Fumbwa - CookwithNahima

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and maintains creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork is often more affordable.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is widely available.

wild spinach

🥗Healthier: Swiss chard

💰Cheaper: regular spinach

Swiss chard is a nutritious alternative, while regular spinach is easier to find.

Prepare the Fumbwa leaves and chop them finely.

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

Sauté chopped onion and green onion until translucent.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Stir in blended tomatoes and cook until softened.

Incorporate peanut butter, mixing well to combine.

Add the chopped Fumbwa leaves and stir until coated with the mixture.

Add smoked fish, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and seasoning to taste.

Cover and cook on low heat until the leaves are tender.

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