How to Make Salt Fish & Spinach Stew "Makayabu ya Épinard" | African Style

dried fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative while canned fish is often less expensive.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is typically cheaper.

Soak the dried fish in water for 30 minutes to rehydrate.

Drain the fish and remove any bones, then set aside.

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

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomato and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate the rehydrated fish, stirring to combine with the vegetables.

Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped green onion before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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