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Malewa

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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Rest Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr
Description

Malewa is a traditional Ugandan dish made from fermented bamboo shoots. It's a popular delicacy among the Baganda and Basoga tribes in Uganda. The bamboo shoots are harvested during the rainy season, fermented, and then cooked with groundnut (peanut) sauce to create a flavorful and nutritious dish.

Ingredients
  • 3 cups ⦁ fermented bamboo shoots (malewa)
  • 1 cup ⦁ groundnut (peanut)
  • 1 large ⦁ onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, ⦁ chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ⦁ garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ⦁ ginger, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ⦁ chili powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ salt (to taste)
  • 3 cups ⦁ water
  • ⦁ Optional: smoked fish or dried shrimp for added flavor
Instructions
  1. Prepare the Bamboo Shoots:
  2. ⦁ Rinse the fermented bamboo shoots thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities. Cut them into smaller pieces if needed.
  3. ⦁ In a large pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the bamboo shoots and cook for about 20-30 minutes until they are tender.
  4. ⦁ In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  5. ⦁ Add the chopped tomatoes and chili powder (if using) to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
  6. ⦁ Add the groundnut paste and salt to the pan, and stir well to combine. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  7. ⦁ Add the cooked bamboo shoots to the groundnut sauce and stir to combine. Let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  8. Serve:
  9. ⦁ Serve the Malewa hot with roasted sweet potatoes, rice, or flatbread. Enjoy
Read it online: https://duabaafrofoods.co.uk/recipe/malewa/
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