Kenyan Sukuma Wiki Stew-Side

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Kenyan Sukuma Wiki Stew-Side, plated and ready to serve

This is sukuma wiki taken in a different direction from the quick breakfast skillet earlier in this book — simmered longer, with more broth, into something closer to a proper side stew. It’s the version meant to sit next to a plate of doro wat or nyama choma, soaking up whatever sauce is already on the plate.

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Ingredients for Kenyan Sukuma Wiki Stew-Side

Kenyan Sukuma Wiki Stew-Side

A heartier, stewed take on Kenya's everyday collard greens — simmered longer and saucier than the quick breakfast skillet version, meant to sit alongside a main dish.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 6 cups collard greens chopped
  • 1/2 cup broth
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, cook 4 minutes until softened.
  • Add tomatoes, cook 4 minutes until they break down.
  • Stir in collard greens and broth.
  • Cover and simmer 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are fully tender and the liquid has reduced slightly.
  • Stir in chili powder if using, season with salt, and serve hot alongside a main dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 180kcal | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 5g
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Health Benefits

  • Collard greens are an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, and folate.
  • A naturally low-calorie, high-fiber dish that stretches easily to feed a crowd.
  • Tomatoes add lycopene and vitamin C to round out the dish’s nutrient profile.
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