Kudra / Molokhia bil Dakwa (South Sudanese Leafy Greens with Groundnut Paste) – Authentic South Sudan Recipe

Ingredients for Kudra / Molokhia bil Dakwa (South Sudanese Leafy Greens with Groundnut Paste) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) finely chopped amaranth or molokhia/spinach greens, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups creamy roasted peanut paste, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup diced tomatoes and cornmeal/sorghum porridge
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
• 1.5 tbsp traditional South Sudan seasoning (sweet onion, coriander, sea salt)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and garlic for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in sweet onion, coriander, sea salt and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of South Sudan's kitchen.
3. Add finely chopped amaranth or molokhia/spinach greens and creamy roasted peanut paste, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in diced tomatoes and cornmeal/sorghum porridge, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.