Sukuma Wiki (Kenyan Braised Greens)

Greens with tomato and onion. The name means 'stretch the week'.

Across Africa · R Budget · 20 min · Serves 4 · Vegetarian · Vegan · Gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 500 g kale, spinach or collards
  • 1 onion
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 chilli (optional)
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • to taste salt

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Method

  1. Fry the onion until soft.
  2. Add the tomatoes and cook to a sauce.
  3. Add the finely sliced greens and cook 5 minutes.
  4. Serve with ugali (pap).

Cheaper swaps & tips

  • A little beef mince turns it into a main meal.