Mpiru Ndiwo Yamtedza
Mustard Greens with Peanut Sauce
A flavorful and nutritious Malawian dish featuring tender mustard greens simmered in a rich peanut sauce, often served as a side or a main dish with nsima.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Mustard greens (Mpiru)(washed, tough stems removed, and roughly chopped)
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 1/2 cup Groundnut (peanut) flour (Nsinjiro)
- 1 cup Water(plus more if needed)
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 1 tbsp Cooking oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat the cooking oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
💡 Tip: Ensure the onions are not browned, just softened. - 2
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, until they begin to break down.
- 3
Stir in the groundnut flour and mix well with the onions and tomatoes to form a paste.
💡 Tip: This step helps to toast the peanut flour slightly and release its flavor. - 4
Add the chopped mustard greens, water, and salt. Stir everything together to combine.
💡 Tip: If the greens seem to be too much for the pot, add them in batches. - 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the greens are tender.
💡 Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Add more water if the mixture becomes too thick. - 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary. Serve hot.
💡 Tip: The consistency should be thick and creamy, but not dry.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mpiru (mustard greens) can be substituted with spinach, kale, or collard greens if unavailable.
- ✓Ensure the groundnut flour is unsweetened.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can lightly toast the groundnut flour before adding it to the pot.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a touch of heat.
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.