Sukuma Wiki (Collard Greens)

Sukuma Wiki (Collard Greens)

Sukuma Wiki is a popular dish in Uganda and across East Africa, made from collard greens. The name translates to “stretch the week,” as it’s an affordable and nutritious way to make meals last longer.

Sukuma Wiki (Collard Greens)

Sukuma Wiki is a popular dish in Uganda and across East Africa, made from collard greens. The name translates to "stretch the week," as it's an affordable and nutritious way to make meals last longer.

Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 30 mins Rest Time 30 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Intermediate

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the Collard Greens:

  1. ⦁ Wash the collard greens thoroughly and remove the tough stems.
  2. ⦁ Roll the leaves together and slice them into thin strips.

Sauté the Aromatics:

  1. ⦁ Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. ⦁ Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.

Add Tomatoes:

  1. ⦁ Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they soften and break down, forming a sauce.

Cook the Collard Greens:

  1. ⦁ Add the sliced collard greens to the pan and stir to combine with the tomato mixture.
  2. ⦁ Cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender but still vibrant green.

⦁ If using, crumble the bouillon cube into the mixture and stir well.

  1. Season:
  2. ⦁ Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. ⦁ Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Serve:

  1. ⦁ Serve the Sukuma Wiki hot, often accompanied by ugali (cornmeal porridge), rice, or chapati.
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