Kenyan Matoke with Tomato & Onion Sauce

Ingredients

• 2.5 lb green plantains (about 6 medium)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 14 oz tomatoes, diced (canned or 3 fresh)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp cumin
• 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel plantains by cutting off ends and slicing skin lengthwise, then prying away the peel.

2. 2

   Cut peeled plantains into 2-inch rounds. Arrange on a cutting board in stacks.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium. Add onion and cook until soft, ~5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in garlic and cumin, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add diced tomatoes with juice and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 8 minutes.

6. 6

   Arrange plantain rounds in the pot, nestling them into the sauce in layers.

7. 7

   Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes until plantains are very soft.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

9. 9

   Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.

Tools you’ll need

• cutting board
• sharp knife
• heavy-bottomed pot with lid
• wooden spoon
• serving spoon

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