How to Make Belizean Salbutes from Scratch | Lunch for 2 for Less Than $5.00

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas add fiber, while flour tortillas are often less expensive.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned chicken is budget-friendly.

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are nutritious, while pinto beans are often cheaper.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Mashed peas provide creaminess, while sour cream is a cost-effective substitute.

Wash the chicken with distilled white vinegar.

Cut the whole chicken into pieces and season with black pepper, cayenne, salt, and garlic powder.

Heat 1/2 cup canola oil in a nonstick skillet.

Add chicken pieces to the skillet without waiting for the oil to heat up.

Brown the chicken pieces for about 15 minutes, then remove and set aside.

Add chopped onion and cilantro to the skillet and sauté.

Return the browned chicken to the skillet, add water to cover, and cook covered for about 45 minutes.

Shred cabbage and tomatoes for the salad.

Mix cabbage, diced tomatoes, and cilantro in a bowl, then toss with Italian dressing.

Prepare masa by mixing corn masa with salt, baking powder, and all-purpose flour.

Pinch off balls of masa and flatten them for frying.

Pick the cooked chicken from the bone and shred it.

Cooking Techniques

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