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Kenyan Vegan Ugali & Sukuma Wiki Stir Fry: A Rich, Flavorful Experience

Discover this delectable vegan Kenyan recipe combining the hearty, mouthwatering ugali with a vibrant sukuma wiki stir fry for an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for plant-based diets and lovers of flavorful dishes.

🕒 Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20-30 mins | Total: 40-50 mins
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Kenyan, Vegan

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal 4 cups water 1/4 cup coconut oil, divided 2 cups kale, chopped 1 large onion, finely diced 2 tomatoes, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 cup vegetable broth Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil, then gradually add the cornmeal while whisking constantly until combined. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens and forms soft dough. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Sauté until onions are translucent and vegetables are tender.
  3. Add the chopped kale to the pan with the other vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the kale has wilted down.
  4. Stir in the vegetable broth, seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Allow the stir fry to simmer for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together. e) Meanwhile, form the ugali dough into individual portions and place them onto a serving dish. Drizzle with the remaining coconut oil and serve alongside the sukuma wiki stir fry.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve the perfect mouthfeel, ensure the ugali is not too thick or crumbly, and the sukuma wiki stir fry has a balanced mixture of vegetables and liquid.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a vegan diet and can be easily adapted to gluten-free diets if necessary.

Cultural or Historical Background

Ugali is a staple food in Kenyan cuisine made from cornmeal and water. Sukuma wiki, meaning "week's end" in Swahili, refers to the dish's ability to stretch ingredients throughout the week.