🇿🇲 Zambian Cuisine

Bondwe

Amaranth Greens Relish

Prep Time 20 min

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Calories 140 kcal

Young amaranth leaves cooked with tomatoes, onions, and groundnut powder into a nutritious dark green relish served with nshima.

Ingredients

1 Wash amaranth leaves thoroughly and chop into small pieces, discarding any thick stems.
2 Boil in salted water for eight minutes until tender.
3 Add diced tomatoes and onion, cook for five minutes until soft.
4 Stir in groundnut powder, mixing well to create a thick, creamy sauce.
5 Simmer on low heat for five minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.
6 Serve hot as a relish alongside nshima.

Did You Know?

Amaranth greens contain more iron than spinach and have been a staple in Zambian diets long before the modern superfood trend discovered them.