Zambian Food | Impwa Recipe

impwa (African eggplant)

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: regular eggplant

Zucchini provides a similar texture and is often more affordable.

groundnut (peanut) paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Sunflower seed butter is often less expensive and nut-free.

Wash impwa thoroughly and cut into quarters.

Boil impwa in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain and set aside the boiled impwa.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped peppers and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate the boiled impwa into the skillet, mixing well with the vegetables.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.

Stir in groundnut paste and mix until well combined.

Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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