Tanzanian

Mchicha with Spinach and Spiced Spinach

Name: Mchicha with Spinach and Spiced Spinach
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tanzanian
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh spinach; 1/2 cup chopped onions; 1/4 cup tomato paste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons oil; 1/4 cup water

A traditional Tanzanian dish of cooked spinach with spices and onions.

20 minutes4 servings

Method

Heat oil in a pan. Add onions and sauté until soft. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Stir in tomato paste, cumin, coriander, chili, salt, and pepper. Cook 3 minutes.
Add water and simmer 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve warm with rice or bread.

Mains Sides Vegetarian

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