Irio (Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Corn, and Greens)
Side DishKenya

IrioMashed Potatoes, Peas, Corn, and Greens

A rustic mash of potatoes, peas, and leafy greens worked together until creamy and speckled with color. This beloved Kenyan side is hearty enough to stand beside roast or stewed meat.

Prep

15m

Cook

30m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
375kcal

Calories

12g

Protein

10g

Fat

65g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4

Mash

  • 0.9kg
    Russet Potato (peeled and chopped)
  • 220g
    Green Peas
  • 200g
    Corn (cooked and drained)
  • 200g
    Kale (finely chopped)
  • 120g
    Onion (finely chopped)
  • 40g
    Unsalted Butter
  • 8g
    Salt
  • 2g
    Black Pepper
  • 1.2l
    Water

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Method

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4 steps
  1. 01

    Place the russet potato in a pot, cover with the water, add the salt, and simmer until tender.

  2. 02

    Meanwhile, melt the unsalted butter in a pan and cook the onion until soft.

  3. 03

    Add the green peas, corn, and kale to the potato during the final minutes, cooking until the vegetables are hot and tender.

  4. 04

    Drain well, add the cooked onion and black pepper, and mash until cohesive but still slightly rustic. Serve hot.

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