Ingredients for Isombe Cassava Leaves Stew Burundian Dish
- Cassava
- Spinach
- Eggplant
- Cabbage
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- Green Onions
- Cilantro
- Garlic
- Maggi Seasoning
- Black Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Seasoning Salt
- 1 lb soup bones
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup palm oil
How to Make Isombe Cassava Leaves Stew Burundian Dish
- Chop 1 large onion, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 inch ginger. Roughly chop 1 bunch of cassava leaves.
- In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 lb soup bones, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp ground coriander. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the chopped cassava leaves, onion, garlic, and ginger to the simmering broth. Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in 1/2 cup palm oil. Continue to simmer until the oil is partially absorbed, about 10 minutes.
- Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, and simmer for another 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in 1/2 cup peanut butter. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot over white rice and beans.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
75g
Carbs
19g