Ingredients for African Spinach
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- Not found in recipe
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
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How to Make African Spinach
- Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 green bell pepper, chopped. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until softened.
- Add 1 (10 ounce) package of fresh spinach, roughly chopped, and 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained. Stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until spinach is wilted and tender.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Serve hot as a side dish or over cooked rice or couscous. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
21g
Fat
14g
Carbs
4g