Mukimo (Kenyan Mashed Potatoes with Greens and Corn)
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The Tale of Mukimo (Kenyan Mashed Potatoes with Greens and Corn)
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Mukimo, a mash of potatoes, maize, and pumpkin leaves or other greens, developed among the Kikuyu of Kenya's Central Highlands, with potatoes entering the mix after white settlers introduced the crop. Its vivid green color is traditionally said to symbolize fertility and prosperity, and the dish became a staple at Kikuyu weddings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale:· 6 servings
- 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups fresh maize kernels
- 2 cups pumpkin leaves or spinach, chopped
- 1 cup green peas
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1Boil the potatoes and maize together in salted water until very soft, about 20 minutes.
- 2Add the pumpkin leaves and peas in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- 3Drain, reserving a little cooking water.
- 4Mash everything together with a potato masher until well combined and mostly smooth, adding reserved water as needed.
- 5Stir in butter and season with salt.
- 6Shape into a mound and serve warm, traditionally alongside a meat stew.
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