EducationWorld

Sukuma Wiki

(4 servings) Sukuma Wiki is Swahili for ‘push the week’ and refers to a meal on a budget. It is usually made from leftovers and can include meat. Ingredients 1 kg spinach, chopped into large pieces 2 tbsp flour Juice of one lemon Oil for frying One chopped onion Two-three chopped tomatoes One chilly Leftover cooked chicken Salt, chilly powder and pepper to taste Preparation guide Boil two cups of water in a large pot. Add the greens. Cover with a lid and steam until greens are tender. Mix the flour, lemon juice, and few spoonfuls of water in a small bowl or cup. Stir until smooth. Remove greens from heat and drain. Heat oil in a separate pan. Saute the onion, tomatoes, and hot pepper. Add spices to taste, then add the meat. Add the flour-lemon juice mixture and stir until smooth. Add drained greens. Cover and simmer over low heat until greens are tender and sauce is thickened. Health benefit: Spinach is rich in vitamin A, C, and K and the minerals magnesium, iron and vitamin B2. All these contribute to promoting good bone health.

Already a subscriber
Click here to log in and continue reading by entering your registered email address or subscribe now
Join with us in our mission to build the pressure of public opinion to make education the #1 item on the national agenda
Exit mobile version