HOW TO COOK TRADITIONAL KENYAN MUKIMO

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: cassava

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Edamame provides protein and is easy to find.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs are more accessible.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Add green peas and maize to the boiling potatoes for the last 5 minutes.

Drain the potatoes, peas, and maize, and return to the pot.

Mash the mixture until smooth and creamy.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the sautéed onions and garlic to the mashed mixture.

Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs to taste.

Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Serve warm as a side dish.

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