Kontomire Abom (Ghanaian Braised Cocoyam/Spinach Greens with Tomatoes, Egg & Avocado) – Authentic Ghana Recipe
Vibrant Ghanaian green stew crowned with halved boiled eggs and creamy avocado slices.
- Country of Origin
- 🇬🇭 Ghana (West Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Bunches of fresh spinach or taro greens, Ripe plum tomatoes and caramelized onions, Boiled farm eggs, Fresh ginger, Garlic
Ingredients for Kontomire Abom (Ghanaian Braised Cocoyam/Spinach Greens with Tomatoes, Egg & Avocado) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) bunches of fresh spinach or taro greens, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups ripe plum tomatoes and caramelized onions, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup boiled farm eggs
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh ginger
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Ghana seasoning (garlic, red palm oil, nutmeg pinch)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and fresh ginger for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add bunches of fresh spinach or taro greens and ripe plum tomatoes and caramelized onions along with garlic, red palm oil, nutmeg pinch, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with boiled farm eggs and serve straight from the skillet.