Guyanese Comfort Food – Dhal, Rice, Fried Okra & Crispy Fried Fish!”

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk lowers calories while still providing creaminess.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini offers a similar texture, while green beans are more economical.

Boil water for rice and dhal.

Wash and cut the mar peppers, onion, and scallion.

Add 2 cups of split peas to boiling water.

Add 1 teaspoon of curry powder, 0.5 teaspoons of masala, 0.5 teaspoons of turmeric, and 1.5 teaspoons of salt to the split peas.

Wash and prepare 1.5 cups of rice in boiling water.

Cut the okra and prepare for frying.

Wash the fish with salt, vinegar, and lime.

Marinate the fish with Cajun seasoning, black pepper, green seasoning, and a pinch of salt, then refrigerate for half an hour.

Once the rice and dhal are cooked, strain the rice.

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