Easy recipe: Mukimo

Kenya's delicious treat, Mataha, also known as mukimo

1 kg boiled maize and beans (boiled)

1.5 kg peeled potatoes

2 bunches of pumpkin leaves, chopped

Salt to taste

1 big onion, chopped

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1 tablespoon oil

Boil the peeled potatoes and pumpkin leaves until cooked, add the beans and maize into the mix and cook until potatoes are soft.

Remove from heat and drain any excess water. Add salt and mash until smooth.

In a separate pot, add oil and saute the onions until golden brown, then add in the mashed mixture and mix well.

Serve hot with beef stew.