Tuwo masara with miyan kuka and lean beef

Ingredients

For 4 portions. Tick items as you go — nothing is changed for anyone else.

• 400 g maize flour
• 500 g lean beef, trimmed and cubed
• 3 tbsp kuka (baobab leaf) powder
• 1 tbsp ground crayfish, optional
• 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
• 1 tbsp dawadawa (locust bean), optional
• 2 tbsp palm oil
• 1.5 L water

This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.

Method

1. 1Step 1. Boil the beef with the onion in 800 ml water for 30–35 minutes until tender and cooked right through.
2. 2Step 2. Add the palm oil, dawadawa and crayfish if using, and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. 3Step 3. Sprinkle in the kuka powder, stirring steadily so it does not clump, and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. 4Step 4. For the tuwo, bring the remaining water to the boil, add the maize flour gradually and stir firmly until smooth and fully cooked, about 12–15 minutes.
5. 5Step 5. Mould the tuwo into portions and serve with the soup.

Allergens for your selection

• Contains: Crustaceans

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