Ifisashi is a traditional Zambian recipe for a classic stew of greens with cabbage, tomatoes and onions with powdered peanuts. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Zambian version of: Ifisashi.
400g peanuts, shelled and skinned
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1.1kg assorted greens (eg collard greens, pumpkin leaves, sweet potato leaves, kale etc) or spinach; each with stems removed then washed and chopped
salt, to taste
200g cooked finely-shredded cabbage
any leftover meat eg beef, chicken or fish
Method:
Grind or pound the peanuts to a fine powder. Bring some 600ml of water to boil in a large pot and add the peanuts, tomatoes and onion. Boil briskly on high heat for some five to seven minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat then add the greens and stir in. Cover and cook for about 30–45 minutes, or until the greens and peanuts have blended to form a thick sauce.
Add the cabbage and any meat and cook for a further five minutes to heat through. Serve immediately with rice.
