Follow these steps for perfect results
fresh spinach leaves
coarsely chopped
peanut butter
tomatoes
coarsely chopped
onion
chopped
curry powder
coconut milk
butter
salt
ground black pepper
fresh coarse ground
Wash the spinach leaves, stack and roll leaves together, then coarsely chop.
Place the tomato carefully into a small pot of boiling water for 30 seconds, peel skin off.
Slice tomato in half and scoop out runny inside, discard this part, then coarsely chop the fleshy part.
In a small bowl, whisk the peanut butter and coconut milk until smooth.
Heat the butter over medium-low heat in a large frying pan.
Add the onion, tomato, salt, and curry powder and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft. Stir only occasionally.
Add the spinach, and continue cooking for about 10 minutes, until the spinach is softened.
Stir in the peanut butter/coconut milk mixture.
Simmer, over medium-low heat, for about another 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly.
Season lightly with coarse ground pepper to taste.
Serve as a side dish, or over hot cooked rice for a main dish.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of curry powder to your preference.
Use fresh ginger for a more intense flavor.
Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt for a cooling effect.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Serve over rice or quinoa.
Serve as a side dish to grilled chicken or fish.
Pairs well with the curry and peanut butter.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular side dish often served with ugali (cornmeal porridge).
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