sukuma wiki
The Swahili phrase "sukuma wiki" translates to "push the week," highlighting the dish's role in extending meals in East African households.
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Definition
B2East African Cuisine
(common)A traditional dish made with collard greens, onions, and spices, often served with ugali.
Example
- For dinner, we had sukuma wiki with a side of ugali.
- Sukuma wiki is a nutritious and affordable meal commonly eaten in Kenya.
B2East African Vernacular
(informal)Collard greens or similar leafy greens used as a staple food.
Example
- Farmers in the region grow sukuma wiki as a reliable food source.
- Sukuma wiki is available in local markets year-round.