Matoke (Ugandan Steamed Green Bananas)

Ingredients

• 12 green bananas (matoke), peeled and wrapped in banana leaves if available
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 cup water or stock
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1Peel the green bananas and wrap in banana leaves, or place directly in a steamer basket.
2. 2Steam the bananas over simmering water for 30-40 minutes until soft.
3. 3Meanwhile, heat oil in a pan and sauté onion until soft.
4. 4Add tomatoes and bell pepper and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. 5Mash the steamed bananas lightly in their wrapping or in a bowl.
6. 6Fold the mashed matoke into the sauce, or serve the sauce spooned over the mashed bananas.
7. 7Season with salt and serve warm.

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