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Sukuma Wiki

Name: Sukuma Wiki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Kenyan
Ingredients: 700 g Collard greens (finely shredded); 2 pieces Onion; 4 pieces Tomatoes; 4 cloves Garlic; 50 ml Vegetable oil; 1 tsp Ground cumin; 1 piece Lemon; To taste Salt and pepper

Sukuma Wiki is a classic Kenyan side that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Collard greens (finely shredded), Onion, Tomatoes, Garlic, Ground cumin, Lemon and Salt and pepper, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Kenyan cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Home-Made Mandazi.

Difficulty: easyPrep: 15 minCook: 20 minServes 4

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Ingredients

Collard greens (finely shredded)700 g
Onion2 pieces
Tomatoes4 pieces
Garlic4 cloves
Vegetable oil50 ml
Ground cumin1 tsp
Lemon1 piece
Salt and pepperTo taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

6 steps

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Step 1

Strip the tough stems from the leaves, roll the leaves up and shred them fine.

Step 2🍳 Fry

Fry the onion in oil until soft, add the garlic and cumin and warm them a minute.

Step 3

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook seven minutes, until they collapse into a paste.

Step 4🥄 Mix

Add the greens, salt them and stir. They collapse by half within a minute.

Step 5

Add half a cup of water, cover and stew ten minutes; the greens should soften but stay green.

Step 6✨ Serve

Finish with lemon juice and serve with ugali or rice.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Sukuma Wiki carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown collard greens (finely shredded) in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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