World Flavors Cookbook

Mukimo

A dense mash of potatoes, peas, corn, and greens — the festive cousin of Irio, traditionally prepared for celebrations.

Cuisine: Kenya

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled
• 1 cup green peas
• 1 cup maize kernels
• 1 cup pumpkin leaves or spinach, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tbsp butter or oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Boil potatoes until very soft. Add peas and maize for the last 10 minutes.
2. Boil greens separately until wilted. Drain and squeeze out water.
3. Mash potatoes with peas and corn together.
4. Fold in the greens and mix well.
5. Sauté onion in butter and stir into the mash. Season with salt.