Egusi Spinach

Ingredients

 * 2 lb spinach
 * 6 Tbsp peanut oil
 * 4 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 2 small cloves of garlic, crushed
 * 1 small slice ginger, finely chopped
 * 1/4 lb ground egusi
 * 2/3 cup water
 * hot pepper, to taste
 * salt, to taste

Directions
the water off. When a bit cooled, press the spinach in a sieve or colander to remove excess water. Set aside.
 * 1) Slice the spinach, a small bundle at a time, finely.
 * 2) Put into a large bowl and pour over it a kettleful of boiling water, then immediately pour
 * 1) Mix the egusi in a bowl with enough water to form a paste.
 * 2) Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, and add the tomatoes, onion, garlic and ginger. Mix well and fry together for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
 * 3) Add the egusi paste, water, hot pepper and salt. Cook for approximately 10 minutes.
 * 4) Add the spinach, stir well into the sauce and cook for 15 minutes.
 * 5) serve with boiled rice or root vegetables.