HOW TO MAKE THE BEST WAAKYE STEW | Hausa Waakye Stew Recipe | Tomato Stew | GHANA STREET FOOD

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor profile with reduced saturated fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option while chicken thighs are more affordable.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils cook faster and are high in protein, while canned beans save time.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can mimic the herbal notes of bay leaves.

Fry pre-cooked chicken in oil until golden brown and crunchy.

Blend garlic, fresh onions, chopped onions, dried rosemary, and honey with some water until smooth.

Use the oil from frying chicken to prepare the stew.

Add bay leaves and dried rosemary to the oil, then sauté chopped onions for 1-2 minutes.

Add blended vegetables and spices, then stir in powdered pepper and cover to cook for 10-15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, mix in frozen tomato paste and chicken stock, then cover and cook for another 10-15 minutes.

If the tomato is not ready, cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Add seasoning of choice: curry powder, tomato stew seasoning powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to taste.

Incorporate shrimp powder, then add fried chicken and leftover goat meat, mixing well.

Allow the stew to simmer for 10-15 minutes until oil settles on top.

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