Matoke (Ugandan Banana Stew)

This is Uganda's national dish

Course Main Course

Cuisine Ugandan

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 409kcal

Author Darlene at International Cuisine

4 Matoke (green bananas) or Plantains Peeled and chopped into bite size pieces
1/2 cup Peanuts (roasted, skinned and ground) (you can use a spice grinder for this)
1 Tbsp Vegetable oil
1 medium onion chopped finely
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
2 cloves garlic minced
1 inch ginger grated
3 chilies minced (use whatever kind you like according to your heat tolerance)
4 tomatoes peeled and chopped
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp coriander powder
1 coriander (fresh) for garnish

In a large skillet or dutch oven heat the oil and add in the cumin and mustard seeds. When they start to pop, add in the onions and fry until golden.
Add in the tomatoes, garlic, ginger and chilies. Cook for another 5 minutes add in the turmeric, coriander and cumin powder mix well and cook an additional 5 minutes.
Add in the matoke and stir well until all the banana pieces are coated by the sauce.
Add in the ground peanuts and mix. Add 1 cup of water add more if necessary and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and cook for about 20 more minutes.
Garnish with fresh chopped coriander. Serve with rice or chapati.