You can make these tasty African greens with minimal ingredients or take them over the top with protein and spices. Of course, I went over the top, adding protein, garlic, and spices, including coriander, curry, garlic, and cayenne pepper for some heat. One of the great things about sukuma wiki is how easy it is to customize it.  And while the super greens and the foodie worlds are smitten with kale, not many people realize that collard greens are right up there with kale. They provide vitamins A, C, K, and calcium, and they’re quite tasty, too! A side-by-side comparison even gives collard greens a slight edge. 😉 Another great thing about this recipe for sukuma wiki? Most people love cooking their greens for a prolonged time, but not me. This recipe comes together quickly! It takes 7-10 minutes, tops!

What You Need

How to Make Sukuma Wiki

Saute – Heat the oil in a medium-large skillet, add onions and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent burning. Base – Add the tomatoes, curry powder, coriander, and paprika. Stir with a heavy wooden spoon for about 2 minutes. Meat – Add ground or minced meat, if using, and the bouillon powder. Stir well and simmer for about 5 minutes.  Cook Collards – Next, throw in the chopped collards, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice.  Simmer – Continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes until flavors blend and the greens cook to your preference.  Serve – Adjust the seasonings to taste, including salt and pepper. Turn off the heat and serve!

Recipe Variations

Tips and Tricks

Make-Ahead Instructions

This deliciousness is a great make-ahead dish. Just let it cool and refrigerate it in an airtight container for 1-2 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Serving and Storage Instructions

Serve sukuma wiki hot as a main dish or side. Refrigerate leftover collard greens for 3-5 days in an airtight container. Reheat them in a pan on the stove over medium heat until heated through. You may need to add a couple of tablespoons of broth or water if it seems too dry.

What Goes With Sukuma Wiki

For a traditional African meal, serve this dish with ugali. Sukuma Wiki also goes great with classic Southern dishes like fried chicken livers, black-eyed peas, and skillet cornbread. 🤤

More African-Inspired Recipes to Try

This blog post was originally published in January 2015 and has been updated with additional tips and delicious-looking photos

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