Fumbwa (Congolese Spinach Stew Recipe)

4.50 from 4 votes

Fumbwa is a lip-smacking, tasty dish from the Democratic Republic of Congo that is highly satisfying and nutritious!

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Soups & Stews

Cuisine: African

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Calories: 411kcal

Soak the smoked fish in hot water for a few minutes.
3 pieces smoked catfish
Chop the spinach and rinse, then place in a colander to drain the excess water.
4 cups spinach
De-bone the smoked fish and break them into medium pieces. Rinse them out thoroughly.
Pour in one cup of water and one cup of stock to a pot and bring to a boil.
1 cup stock, 1 cup water
Add the chopped spinach to it and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the smoked fish, diced tomatoes, habanero pepper, onion, garlic, and spices.
½ onion, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tomatoes, 1 teaspoon bouillon powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 habanero, 1 teaspoon black pepper
Bring to a boil and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add the peanut butter and palm oil and simmer for another 10 minutes.
4 tablespoon peanut butter, 2 tablespoon palm oil

This recipe serves 8 and contains 3 net carbs per serving

Don't worry if you live in a county where it's hard to get traditional fumbwa leaves. You can safely substitute with spinach or kale and collards greens.
Depending on your preference, you may leave out the habanero pepper to reduce heat or add cayenne pepper for a little more heat.
Always taste for salt before you add any since the stock already has some salt in it.
You can use a cup of ground roasted peanuts instead of peanut butter.