Ugandan Green Vegetable Stew (malakwang)

This Ugandan Green Vegetable Stew, also known as Malakwang, is a traditional dish that is both nutritious and delicious. It is made with a variety of green leafy vegetables and is often served with a side of Ugali or rice.

Ugandan Green Vegetable Stew (malakwang)

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch of collard greens, chopped
  • 1 bunch of spinach, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup of peanut butter
  • 4 cups of vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft.
  4. Stir in the peanut butter and vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the collard greens and spinach to the pot, and cook until they are wilted and tender.
  6. Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the Ugandan Green Vegetable Stew hot with a side of Ugali or rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fiber
10g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the stew with a side of Ugali or rice.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of peanut butter and vegetable broth to achieve the desired consistency of the stew.

Cost

$10