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Lumanda (Zambian Okra Stew)
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Lumanda (Zambian Okra Stew)

11 ingredients 8 steps wikibooks
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

252
Calories
5g
Protein
15g
Fat
28g
Carbs

Counts 10 of 12 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 10 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Onion 1 medium (110g) 44
Okra 1 cup (100g) 33
Tomato 1 medium (123g) 22
Turmeric 1 tsp ground (3g) 9
Cumin 1 tsp ground (2.1g) 8
Clove 1 tsp ground (2g) 7
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Garlic 1 clove (3g) 4
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Seed not in our table 0
Coriander not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion , finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic , minced
  • 1 hot pepper , chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 cups sliced fresh okra
  • 1 tomato , diced
  • Salt , to taste

Directions

1

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

2

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped hot pepper to the pot. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.

3

Stir in the ground paprika, ground cumin, ground turmeric, and ground coriander. Cook for a minute or two to release the flavors of the spices.

4

Add the sliced okra and diced tomato to the pot. Stir well to combine the vegetables with the spice mixture.

5

Season the stew with salt to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.

6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for about 15–20 minutes, or until the okra is tender and cooked through.

7

Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking and to ensure even cooking of the okra and tomatoes.

8

Once the stew is ready, remove the pot from the heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe sourced from wikibooks

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