World Flavors Cookbook

Ugali with Sukuma Wiki

The classic Kenyan combination of firm white cornmeal ugali paired with braised collard greens.

Cuisine: Kenya

Ingredients

• 2 cups maize flour (unga wa mahindi)
• 4 cups water
• 1 bunch collard greens, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt

Instructions

1. Bring water to boil, add salt.
2. Pour in maize flour gradually, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
3. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring until very stiff and pulling away from the sides.
4. Separately, cook sukuma wiki: sauté onion, add tomatoes, then greens.
5. Serve ugali with sukuma wiki on the side.