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Mukimo

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Mukimo is a traditional Kenyan dish made by mashing boiled potatoes with green vegetables and legumes such as peas, maize, or beans. It is especially associated with the Kikuyu people of central Kenya and is commonly served as an accompaniment to stews and grilled meat.

Total 01:00
Yield 6

Ingredients

  • 1 kg potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups maize kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 2 cups pumpkin leaves, spinach, or kale, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Water, as needed

Instructions

  1. 1
    Place the potatoes, maize, and peas in a large pot and cover with water.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender.
  3. 3
    Add the chopped vegetables and continue cooking for 5–10 minutes.
  4. 4
    Drain excess water if necessary.
  5. 5
    Mash all the ingredients together until well combined.
  6. 6
    Season with salt to taste.
  7. 7
    Serve hot with beef stew, chicken stew, or grilled meat.
Category
Side Dishes
Method
Frying
Cuisine
Indian

Dietary Information

Vegan

Recipe Attribution

Wikibooks Cookbook
en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Mukimo