HOW TO MAKE MOUKHAMSA/MHAMSA RECIPE/African deserts/degue recipe /Thiakry recipe

sorghum flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while pork can be a more affordable meat option.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne powder

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat, while cayenne is cost-effective for spice.

Combine sorghum flour and water in a bowl until a smooth dough forms.

Knead the dough for several minutes until elastic and pliable.

Shape the dough into small balls or discs.

Place the shaped dough in a steamer basket lined with cabbage leaves.

Steam the dough for about 30 minutes until cooked through and firm.

In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped garlic, chili peppers, and diced tomatoes; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped green beans, carrots, and spices; cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

Incorporate cooked chicken or fish into the vegetable mixture; stir to combine.

Serve the steamed dough with the vegetable and protein mixture on the side.

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