Since we have arrived in country Holly and I have been working on lots of different recipes for various things that can be difficult to obtain in country. Peanut butter is one commodity that Holly and I go through a lot of. It is available in country (Dhaka or Chittagong), but is expensive, we often run out between supply trips to the city, and no natural non-hydrogenized options are available. The basics are always the same for all versions, we purchase raw peanuts from the market by the kilo then have them cleaned, cooked and shelled. We then place in our blender or coffee grinder and mix. The local peanuts are small and do not have much natural oil so in order to change the consistency from a powder our recent favorite is to add about 1-3 tablespoons of Bangladesh honey per cup of peanuts. Quite delicious. Other options mainly consist of adding different types of oils, but it just does not seem quite as healthy (debatable) or tasty. We have also become quite versed in 5 minute dark chocolate fudge, as we often go for stretches without any good chocolate between city runs. (Cadbury Coca powder, Cane Sugar, Vanilla, Fresh Coconut Milk). Also very delicious and lactose free. (Real Vanilla is not available in country so we have to import with people that are traveling out to the field)
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