Matoke

🛒 Ingredients

• Green Bananas (Matoke) 1000 g · 880 kcal
• Red Onion 150 g · 60 kcal
• Ripe Tomatoes 300 g · 54 kcal
• Garlic 15 g · 22 kcal
• Fresh Ginger 20 g · 16 kcal
• Green Bell Pepper 150 g · 30 kcal
• Carrots 120 g · 49 kcal
• Vegetable Oil 30 g · 265 kcal
• Curry Powder 5 g · 16 kcal
• Vegetable Broth or Water 500 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Carefully peel the green bananas, as they release sticky sap, and immediately place them in a bowl of cold water to prevent discoloration. Cut them into 2-3 inch chunks.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then sauté diced onions until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant, then stir in the chopped bell peppers and carrots.
4. Add diced tomatoes and curry powder, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down, forming a rich sauce.
5. Drain the matoke chunks and add them to the pot along with vegetable broth or water and salt.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the matoke is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
7. Gently mash some of the matoke against the side of the pot to thicken the stew, if desired, and stir well before serving hot.