Kugala
Dive into the comforting warmth of Kugala, a hearty one-pot dish that blends wholesome vegetables with aromatic spices and a creamy coconut milk base. This vibrant recipe features tender yams, earthy carrots, and fresh spinach, all perfectly seasoned with cumin, coriander, and paprika for a rich, flavorful profile. Simmered to perfection in a luscious mixture of vegetable broth and coconut milk, Kugala’s velvety texture and fragrant aroma make it a standout option for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, this plant-based delight is best served piping hot as a satisfying main course or as a flavorful side dish. Perfect for fans of globally inspired comfort food, Kugala is a nourishing meal you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams yam (peeled and cubed)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 medium carrot (peeled and diced)
- 100 grams fresh spinach (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 400 milliliters coconut milk
- 250 milliliters vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the yams and cut them into evenly sized cubes. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté until they are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the diced carrots and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground cumin, coriander, and paprika. Stir the spices into the sautéed vegetables, allowing their aromas to release.
Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, then add the yam cubes. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the yams are tender and the liquid has thickened slightly.
Add the chopped spinach during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Stir until it wilts into the dish.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Turn off the heat.
Serve hot as a main dish or side, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3227 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.8 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 5126 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
