UGANDA

Matoke (Ugandan Plantain Stew)

Green bananas steamed and mashed into a savoury stew.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 55 min · Serves 5 · Difficulty: MEDIUM

Ingredients

• 10 green bananas (matoke), peeled
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup beef or vegetable stock
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. Wrap peeled matoke in banana leaves or foil and steam for 45 minutes until soft.
2. In a pot, fry onion and tomatoes until a thick sauce forms.
3. Add stock and the steamed matoke, mash lightly into the sauce.
4. Simmer 10 minutes, season, and serve warm.