The Food of Solomon Islands with Sasha Martin

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red bell pepper

Jalapeño offers similar heat, while red bell pepper adds sweetness.

pawpaw

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: pumpkin

Butternut squash provides a similar texture and sweetness.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley offers a milder flavor, while dried cilantro is more accessible.

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

Add chopped sweet onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in Thai bird chili and homemade curry powder; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced green papaya and carrot; mix well to combine.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until green papaya is tender.

Stir in bell pepper and spinach; cook for an additional 5 minutes until spinach wilts.

Season with salt and lime juice to taste.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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