20-Min Matoke Bowl with Tomato Stew
Soft, buttery plantain mash loaded with a fragrant, quick tomato and onion stew. This is the TikTok-easy version of Kenya's beloved comfort dish — no long simmering, just 20 minutes to a complete dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 340
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Peel plantains and cut into 2-inch chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 2
While plantains cook, heat oil in a skillet over medium. Dice the onion and sauté until translucent, 2 minutes.
Step 3
Mince garlic and add to the onion, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in tomatoes and broth. Simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until stew thickens slightly.
Step 5
Drain plantains and return to the pot they cooked in. Mash roughly with a fork until chunky-smooth.
Step 6
Divide matoke between bowls, top with tomato stew, and scatter cilantro over the top.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot for boiling plantains
- 10-inch skillet
- wooden spoon for mashing
- knife and cutting board
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