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Sukuma Wiki

By Alice Apron

Tags: african vegan
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4 servings

Sukuma Wiki is a vibrant East African sauté of collard greens gently cooked with onion, garlic, and tomato until tender and flavorful. Lightly spiced and bright, it’s a nourishing side or main when served with ugali or rice. Quick to prepare, it showcases the freshness of simple, hearty greens.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 cup collard greens, chopped
  • 1 cup tomato, diced
  • 0.50 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.50 cup water or broth

Steps

  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and saute onion and garlic until soft.

    • 2 tablespoon oil
    • 1 cup onion, chopped
    • 2 clove garlic, minced

  2. Add chopped collard greens and stir to coat.

    • 4 cup collard greens, chopped

  3. Stir in tomato, chili (if using), salt, and pepper.

    • 1 cup tomato, diced
    • 0.50 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

  4. Pour in water or broth, cover, and simmer until greens are tender, about 10 minutes.

    • 0.50 cup water or broth

  5. Uncover and cook off excess liquid, then adjust seasoning and serve warm.