Slow-Cooked Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Spiced Tomatoes
A hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring Kenyan sukuma wiki greens simmered in a fragrant tomato and onion sauce with warm spices. This african-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs sukuma wiki (collard greens), medium, diced tomatoes, large, finely chopped red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 500 g sukuma wiki (collard greens)
- 4 medium, diced tomatoes
- 1 large, finely chopped red onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece, grated ginger root
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large finely chopped red onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 inch grated ginger root, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 4 medium diced tomatoes, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and 1 tsp salt. Cook over medium heat for 7 minutes until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.
- Step 4: Chop 500 g sukuma wiki into 1-inch pieces and add to the pot along with 1 cup water. Stir, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender and the sauce is well absorbed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Spiced Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Spiced Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sukuma wiki (collard greens) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Spiced Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Spiced Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Slow-Cooked Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Spiced Tomatoes vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
