Riz Soumbala Aux Poisson Fumé | Crowd Pleasing Burkina Faso Rice with Locust Beans & Smoked Fish

soumbala

🥗Healthier: miso

💰Cheaper: fermented soybeans

Miso provides umami flavor similar to soumbala.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more accessible and still flavorful.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is cost-effective while being healthier than some vegetable oils.

fresh vegetables

🥗Healthier: frozen vegetables

💰Cheaper: canned vegetables

Canned vegetables are economical and have a long shelf life.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in soumbala and seasoning cubes; cook for 2 minutes.

Add soaked rice and stir to coat with the mixture.

Pour in water, ensuring it covers the rice by about an inch.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and mix in smoked fish gently.

Garnish with chopped spinach and carrot before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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