Mukimo, (Kenya), GF

By MaryEllen

Mukimo is a staple dish of the community Kikuyu in Kenya. There are many variations, this delicious version features mashed potatoes, onions, spinach, corn and peas served over rice. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 4 4 4 large potatoes, chopped
• 1 1 1 small onion, diced
• 1 to 2 1 to 2 2 cloves crushed garlic
• 1/2 1/2 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 3 3 cups spinach or other leafy green, chopped
• 1 16-ounce 1 16-ounce 16-ounce bag frozen corn
• 1 1 bag 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen peas
• 2 2 2 tablespoons fair trade olive oil
• 1/2 to 1 1/2 to 1 1 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
• to to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place potatoes, onions, garlic and salt in a pot with water to cover the tops of the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-high heat and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender (about 20 minutes).

Add spinach, corn, and peas, and cook until the water has completely evaporated (about 5 minutes).

Add olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper to taste, and sauté until spinach is tender.

Remove from heat and mash entire mixture until it resembles mashed potatoes. Serve over rice.