Matapa (Mozambican Greens in Peanut and Coconut Sauce)
Greens simmered in ground peanuts, coconut milk and garlic. A rich, creamy and naturally vegan dish from Mozambique.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.16 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Cook the rice following the packet instructions. Keep warm.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Fry the onion for 6 minutes, then add the garlic and chilli for 1 minute.
7 min - 3
Add the shredded greens with a splash of water. Cover and cook for 8 minutes, stirring once, until wilted and tender.
8 min - 4
Stir in the ground peanuts, coconut milk and 100 ml water. Simmer, lid off, for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until thick and creamy.
14 min - 5
Add the lime juice, taste and season well.
- 6
Serve spooned over the rice. Add more chilli if you like heat.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.