Cookbook:Liberian Potato Greens

This is an easy and delicious dish popularly cooked in West Africa.

Ingredients

 * 3 large bunches of sweet potato greens (see notes)
 * Vegetable oil
 * 2 big onions, neatly chopped
 * 2 lbs meat, cut into medium cubes
 * Seasoned salt to taste
 * Onion powder to taste
 * Chicken bouillon cubes, crushed
 * Ground red or black pepper to taste

Procedure

 * 1) Wash the potato greens very well, and remove the leaves from the stems. Chop the leaves into small pieces and set aside.
 * 2) Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a large pot. Add the onions and meat, and cook until almost done. Remove from the pot and set aside.
 * 3) Add the potato greens, and fry for about 15 minutes or until tender. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
 * 4) Add enough water to cover the greens, and season to taste with salt, onion powder, bouillon cubes, and ground pepper.
 * 5) Cook over medium heat until all the water is gone, stirring frequently.
 * 6) Remove from the heat and serve.

Notes, tips, and variations

 * Do not eat white potato greens—they are toxic. Sweet potato greens, however, are safe. You can get potato greens from the market or from local farmers.
 * If desired, add a pinch of baking soda to the greens when cooking to keep their green color.