Matapa

From Mozambique
This is a dish using the leaves of the cassava plant. It is a simple recipe but equires some hard work.

Ingredients

• 500g fresh cassava leaves
• 500g peanuts
• 1 cup grated coconut
• 1 cup coconut milk

Method

With a pestle and mortar grind the leaves after having removed the stems. Where electricity is available a blender can be used. Do the same with the peanuts.
Boil the crushed peanuts and then sieve to remove the husks and remaining pieces. Add the crushed leaves and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over a slow fire until it has the consistency of creamed spinach. Add salt to taste and serve.