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Fumbwa (Green Vegetable Stew)

Courses
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Rest Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
Description

Fumbwa, also known as Mfumbwa, is a traditional Congolese stew made with wild spinach (Gnetum africanum) or other leafy greens. This hearty and nutritious dish is cooked with red palm oil and ground peanuts, giving it a rich, creamy texture and a unique flavor. It's often served with starchy sides like fufu, rice, or boiled plantains.

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds ⦁ wild spinach (fumbwa)
  • 1 large ⦁ onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves ⦁ garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, ⦁ chopped
  • 1 red ⦁ bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 habanero ⦁ pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ⦁ tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ⦁ black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ salt
  • 1 cup ⦁ ground peanuts or peanut butter
  • 1 cup ⦁ red palm oil
  • 2 cups ⦁ water or vegetable stock
  • ⦁ Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Read it online: https://duabaafrofoods.co.uk/recipe/fumbwa-green-vegetable-stew/
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