Ombidi is a traditional Namibian dish that is very popular, especially in rural areas. It is a dish made from leafy vegetables, usually spinach, often served with millet (mahangu) or pap. Ombidi is often dried before being cooked, which allows it to be stored longer and gives it a different texture. It is a simple, nutritious dish that reflects the local culinary culture.

Ombidi or Omboga (Namibia)

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Preparation time 5 mins Cooking time 20 mins Total time 25 mins

Servings: 4

Author: Gluten Escape

Ingredients

Servings

• 400 g (or frozen) spinach

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

• 2 Tbsp of vegetable oil

• 150 g tomatoes, diced (or canned tomatoes)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: a few pieces of dried meat or fish

Preparation

1. Prepare the spinach:
2. Wash and roughly chop the leaves.
3. Brown the vegetables:
4. Heat the oil in a frying pan. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft and golden.
5. Add the diced tomatoes:
6. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
7. Cook the spinach
8. Add the spinach to the pan, mix well with the other ingredients and cook over medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring regularly.
9. Season and serve:
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can add pieces of dried meat or dried fish for more flavor. Serve hot with mahangu (millet) or pap (corn porridge).

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