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Easy 1 hr 40 min~190 kcal 5/10
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Mchicha
East African greens simmered with tomato, onion, garlic, coconut milk, oil, salt, pepper, and optional lime.
Easy⏱️ 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~210 kcal🇰🇪 Kenyan🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 25 min cook
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 40 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
Ana malzeme
- 700 g Spinach or amaranth leaves
Sos
- 3 Tomatoes
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Coconut milk
Taban
- 1 Dry onion
- 3 clove Garlic
Pişirme
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Neutral oil
Denge
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Black pepper
Servis
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Lime juice
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the spinach, remove thick stems, and chop coarsely.
- 2
Soften the onion and garlic in neutral oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the tomatoes and cook for 8 minutes into a sauce.
8 min08:00 - 4
Add the spinach, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
- 5
Cook the greens for 5 minutes, until wilted.
5 min05:00 - 6
Add the coconut milk and simmer over low heat for 7 minutes.
7 min07:00 - 7
Drizzle with lime juice if desired and serve hot.
💡 Tip: After adding the greens, do not keep the lid closed for long; the color darkens and the sauce becomes too watery.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve mchicha like a vegetable main with plain rice, ugali, or fried plantain.
Good sources
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- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~210
kcal calories
7
g protein
16
g carbs
13
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 31%Fat 56%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Mchicha make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Mchicha take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 40 minutes in total.Is Mchicha difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Mchicha have?
Approximately 210 kcal per serving. Protein: 7g, carbs: 16g, fat: 13g.Is Mchicha allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Mchicha belong to?
This recipe belongs to Kenyan cuisine.How many ingredients does Mchicha need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.
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