Fresh Spinach Box

Description

Fresh Spinach is a versatile leafy green used across West African and Caribbean kitchens — as a substitute for ugu or other native greens in efo riro, blended into Caribbean-style callaloo, or simply sauteed as a side with rice and stew. Milder and quicker-cooking than many traditional African leafy vegetables, it's an easy way to add greens to a meal. This box is a bulk size for regular cooking.

How to prepare

• Rinse thoroughly under cold running water before use.
• Wilt quickly in a hot pan with onion, pepper and a little oil, or stir into soups and stews in the final few minutes of cooking.

Perfect for

• Efo riro (as a substitute for ugu or other greens)
• Caribbean-style callaloo
• Sauteed greens as a side dish

Storage

• Store in the fridge crisper drawer and use within 2-3 days — spinach wilts quickly. Blanch and freeze in portions for longer keeping.

Frequently asked

Can spinach replace ugu in efo riro?

Yes — it cooks faster and has a milder flavour, so add it later in the cooking process than you would ugu.

How long does fresh spinach keep?

Best used within 2-3 days of delivery, stored in the fridge crisper drawer.