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Spinach

Cultural Context

Spinach is a beloved ingredient in Somali cuisine, often featured in stews and salads. It symbolizes health and vitality, making it a staple in many households. Traditionally, spinach is prepared simply to highlight its natural flavors, and it's often served alongside rice or bread. In modern cooking, spinach has found its way into various global dishes, celebrated for its versatility and nutritional benefits.

SomaliSOside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
250 grams baby spinach
1/2 onion
2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon dehydrated chicken stock
300 milliliters water

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has healthy fats, while sunflower oil is more affordable.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often cheaper.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth can be healthier and more economical.

1

Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold tap water.

2

Transfer the washed spinach to a different bowl, repeating the washing process twice.

3

Chop the garlic and onion as desired.

4

Place a pot on high heat and add 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

5

Once the oil is ready, add the chopped onions and stir until soft.

6

Add the garlic and give it a quick stir.

7

Gradually add the spinach, stirring to create space as it shrinks in size.

8

Add 1 tablespoon of dehydrated chicken stock (or salt as an alternative) and stir to mix well.

9

Add 300 milliliters of water and stir again.

10

Close the lid and leave on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingwashingmixing

Equipment Needed

potbowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Spinach SaladSautéed SpinachSpinach Stew

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