Sweet Potato Leaves Recipe African
Description
Sweet potato leaves are a staple in many African countries, and they are packed with nutrients and vitamins. They are a great source of iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C. In this recipe, we will be cooking sweet potato leaves in a traditional African style, which involves stewing them with tomatoes and onions.Prep Time
Preparation for this recipe takes approximately 20 minutes.Cook Time
Cooking time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 bunch of sweet potato leaves
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 cup of water
Equipment
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Wash the sweet potato leaves and remove any tough stems or veins.
- Chop the leaves into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the pot and stir well.
- Cook the tomatoes for a few minutes until they start to soften, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped sweet potato leaves to the pot and stir well.
- Add the salt and black pepper to the pot and stir well.
- Add the water to the pot and stir well.
- Cover the pot and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pot from the heat and serve the sweet potato leaves hot.
Notes
This recipe serves 4 people. You can serve it as the main dish or as a side dish to compliment other African meals. Sweet potato leaves can be substituted with spinach or kale.Nutrition Info
- Calories: 90
- Protein: 5 grams
- Fat: 3 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
Recipe Tips
- You can add more water to the pot if the sweet potato leaves start to dry out while cooking.
- You can add some chopped meat or fish to the pot for added protein.
- You can add some hot pepper or chili powder to the pot if you like spicy food.
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious African sweet potato leaves recipe!
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