Uji Kobokobo & Muraru

Muraru, Mchare, Mshale, or Mlale are wild bananas (diploid [AA]). A sturdy variety that stays green even when fully ripe. They are prized by the people of Northern Tanzanian highlands (Kilimanjaro/Arusha), their neighbouring countries including DR Congo, and parts of Kenya.
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In Swahili, "Uji" refers to porridge, and "Kobokobo" means heavy or thick.
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This porridge recipe is particularly very filling. The nutritional banana complements the micronutrients found in finger millet flour. #sustainablenutrition #breakfastideas
Uji Kobokobo & Muraru
Muraru, Mchare, Mshale, or Mlale are wild bananas (diploid [AA]). A sturdy variety that stays green even when fully ripe. They are prized by the people of Northern Tanzanian highlands (Kilimanjaro/Arusha), their neighbouring countries including DR Congo, and parts of Kenya.
...
In Swahili, "Uji" refers to porridge, and "Kobokobo" means heavy or thick.
...
This porridge recipe is particularly very filling. The nutritional banana complements the micronutrients found in finger millet flour. #sustainablenutrition #breakfastideas
Steps
- 1
In a medium pot, pour in 5 cups of water and heat it until it’s nearly boiling: hot but not bubbling yet.
- 2
In a small jug or bowl, combine the flour and the remaining 3 cups of water. Mix well until smooth. No lumps allowed!
- 3
In a small jug or bowl, add the flour and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well until smooth. No lumps allowed!
- 4
Turn the heat down and let the porridge simmer gently for 10 minutes. Stir in sugar.
- 5
Allow the porridge to simmer covered, for another 10 minutes on the lowest heat to ensure it cooks through. stirring every so often to avoid sticking. If it's too thick add a little hot water to help the cooking process.
- 6
Serve warm and add a banana for an extra nutritional boost. This is how the Muraru banana looks before peeling.
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