Muriwo wedovi Mutakura
A hearty and flavorful dish combining nutrient-rich leafy greens (muriwo) cooked in a savory peanut butter sauce (dovi), served with mutakura, a traditional mix of boiled grains and legumes.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 large bunch Collard greens or kale(chopped)
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup Creamy peanut butter
- to taste Salt
- 1 cup Maize (corn)
- 1/2 cup Cowpeas
- 1/4 cup Peanuts
- 4 cups Water (for mutakura)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the mutakura: Rinse the maize, cowpeas, and peanuts. In a pot, combine them with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 45-60 minutes, or until the grains and legumes are tender. Season with salt to taste. Keep warm.
- 2
While the mutakura is cooking, prepare the muriwo wedovi. In a large pot or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and chopped tomatoes to the pot. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes begin to break down.
- 4
Add the chopped collard greens or kale to the pot. Stir well to combine with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in 1 cup of water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low. In a separate bowl, whisk the peanut butter with a little bit of the cooking liquid from the pot until smooth. Pour this peanut butter mixture into the pot with the greens.
- 6
Stir everything together until well combined. Season with salt to taste. Cover the pot and let the muriwo wedovi simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the greens are tender.
- 7
Serve the Muriwo wedovi hot, spooned over a generous portion of the prepared mutakura.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the peanut butter is creamy and smooth for a better sauce consistency.
- ✓Adjust the amount of water or broth to achieve your desired sauce thickness.
- ✓For a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes with the garlic and tomatoes.
- ✓If using tougher greens like collard greens, you may need to simmer them slightly longer.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or sweet potatoes to the muriwo wedovi.
- For a richer mutakura, you can add other grains like sorghum or millet.
- Serve with a side of sadza (maize meal porridge) if preferred over mutakura.