Kingombo Patatas

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 14

Hearty and Filling Kingombo Patatas Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup cornmeal
	salt and ground black pepper to taste
	2 large potatoes , cut into 1/2-inch cubes
	1 pound fresh okra , trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
	1 white onion , finely chopped
	1/2 cup cooking oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

540

Sugar

Fat

41g

Kingombo Patatas is a West African dish that combines two staple ingredients; potatoes and okra. Potatoes provide a filling and comforting base, while okra adds a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. The dish is often served with rice or bread, but can be enjoyed on its own. Kingombo Patatas is a versatile recipe that can be adjusted to your preferences by adding different spices or vegetables. Overall, this dish is perfect for anyone who loves hearty and flavorful meals with a hint of spice.

Instructions

1.	Mix cornmeal, salt, and black pepper in a bowl and set aside.
2.	Heat cooking oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
3.	Add potatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
4.	Add onions and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes or until softened.
5.	Add okra and cook for a few more minutes or until it turns a brighter green.
6.	Sprinkle the cornmeal mixture over the vegetables and stir everything together.
7.	Continue cooking and stirring until the cornmeal has formed a crispy crust around the vegetables.

PROS

This meal is filling and hearty, perfect for a cold winter day or after a long day at work.

The combination of potatoes and okra provides a great balance of carbs and vegetables.

It’s easy to make with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking.

CONS

This meal is high in calories and fat due to the cooking oil and cornmeal.

The crispy cornmeal crust can be messy and difficult to cook properly.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of okra.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in calories and fat, this meal does have some health benefits.
Okra is full of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate.
The cornmeal provides complex carbohydrates and fiber.
This meal can be made healthier by using less cooking oil and substituting whole wheat flour or cornmeal.