Sukuma Wiki (Kenyan Braised Collard Greens and Ground Beef)

Ingredients

• 1 tsp olive oil

• 1/2 white onion, coarsely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, chopped

• 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped (optional)

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp ground ginger

• 1/2 tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp ground coriander

• 1 bunch, 8 leaves collard greens, stems removed sliced into 1-inch strips

• 15 grape tomatoes, quartered

• 1 tsp lemon juice

Collard Greens

Directions:

1. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the onion and saute until soft, about 4 minutes.

3. Add the garlic and jalapeño and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. Add the ground beef and seasonings and cook browned, about 6 to 8 minutes.

5. Add the collard greens and tomatoes and saute until wilted, about 4 minutes.

6. Stir everything gently as it cooks, careful not to mush the tomatoes.

7. Add the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Remember to use what you have on hand, if you don’t have tomatoes, substitute them for carrots or bell peppers. It’s all about creating a tasty dish!

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Recipe by skinnytaste.com