Matapa (Cassava Leaves in Peanut Sauce)

Greens slowly cooked with ground peanuts and coconut. Shared with Mozambique.

Ingredients

• 500 g cassava leaves or spinach, finely chopped
• 150 g peanuts, ground
• 1 tin (400 ml) coconut milk
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• to taste salt

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Method

1. Pound or blend the greens with the onion and garlic.
2. Simmer in a little water for 20 minutes.
3. Add the ground peanuts and coconut milk and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring.
4. Season and serve with rice or pap.

Cheaper swaps & tips

• Spinach gives a quick version; add a few prawns for a festive one.

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