Matoke

Matooke

Ingredients6

• green cooking bananas (matooke)1.2 kg
• onion2
• tomatoes3
• vegetable oil3 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• water200 ml

Method

1. Peel the green bananas and cut them into large chunks, keeping them in water briefly so they do not darken.
2. Slice the onions and chop the tomatoes.
3. Heat the oil in a heavy pot, add the onions, and cook until soft.
4. Add the tomatoes and salt and cook until they break down into a sauce.
5. Add the banana chunks and water, cover tightly, and simmer over low heat for about 40 minutes until very soft.
6. Mash the bananas lightly into the sauce, adjust the salt, and serve hot.