Mokimo
Once again, I had this recipe on here, and the blogosphere seems to have eaten it right up. The Kikuyu tribe are mostly responsible for this dish. I’ve had it a few times in the homes of those we visited in Nairobi. While it is pretty dense, it is filling and inexpensive to make. It is also our sponsored child’s favorite dish. He writes about it in nearly every single letter he sends to us. And so, my precious little Mr. Mwangi, this one is for you.
Mokimo
10-12 small potatoes peeled and diced
1 lb. maize
1 lb. of beans or peas
1 bunch of pumpkin leaves (baby spinach works well here)
1 large onion chopped
2 T. vegetable oil.
3 c. water
Saute the onion in oil until softened.
Add potatoes and cook 3-5 minutes.
Add water to cover potatoes and salt to taste.
Add maize and beans and bring to a boil.
Add greens, then cover and let cook.
Remove pot from heat when potatoes are soft and greens are cooked through.
Drain & reserve water.
With a potato masher, mash the mixture together gradually adding reserved water to moisten. Mixture should be firmer than mashed potatoes, but not too stiff.
Best served with beef or chicken stew.
