Pumpkin Leaf Dish (muboora Magic)

Pumpkin Leaf Dish, also known as Muboora, is a traditional Zimbabwean delicacy that is both nutritious and delicious. This dish is made using pumpkin leaves and a few simple ingredients, resulting in a flavorful and healthy meal.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Zimbabwean Zimbabwean Food Pumpkin Leaves Muboora Recipe
Pumpkin Leaf Dish (muboora Magic)

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches of pumpkin leaves, washed and chopped
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft.
  4. Stir in the peanut butter and mix well with the vegetables.
  5. Add the chopped pumpkin leaves to the pot and stir to combine with the other ingredients.
  6. Cover the pot and let the muboora cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leaves are tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
8g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the pumpkin leaf dish with sadza (cornmeal porridge) or rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can also include a small amount of groundnut powder or dried fish to the dish.

Cost

$5