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Culture Week, 2018 - Cultural Café: South Sudan Cooking

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South Sudanese Food

Cultural Context

South Sudanese cuisine is a rich tapestry of flavors and traditions, influenced by the diverse ethnic groups within the country. Staple foods include sorghum and maize, often accompanied by a variety of meats and vegetables. Meals are typically communal, reflecting the importance of sharing in South Sudanese culture. Today, the cuisine is gaining recognition globally, with dishes being adapted and celebrated in various culinary scenes.

SudaneseSSmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 lb meat
2 tablespoons finely chopped chilies
1 cup whole okra
1 cup bell peppers
1 medium tomato
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup fine julies
1 lb chicken
1 cup lentils
1 lb minced meat
2 cups rice
2 medium potatoes
1 cup peas
2 medium carrots
1 cup semolina
1 medium eggplant
1 cup yogurt
1/4 cup hibiscus flower
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind
4 cups water
2 tablespoons honey

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sorghum

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a nutritious alternative while rice is more affordable.

goat meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more accessible, while pork can be less expensive.

1

Prepare a variety of meals showcasing South Sudanese cuisine.

2

Make muna combo stew using peanut butter, meat, and finely chopped chilies.

3

Prepare mullah Bama with whole okra, meats, bell peppers, tomato, and tomato paste.

4

Create mullah Poudre with fine julies made into a stew with chicken.

5

Boil lentils to make lentil soup.

6

Stuff bell peppers with minced meat and rice for mushy.

7

Combine potatoes, peas, carrots, and minced meat for jima.

8

Make vice versa, a semolina cake.

9

Prepare a salad called a lotta a swot with eggplant, peanut butter, yogurt, and bell peppers.

10

Make a hibiscus drink by boiling hibiscus flowers, adding water and sugar.

11

Prepare tamarind juice by soaking tamarind, adding water, and sweetening with sugar or honey.

Cooking Techniques

boilinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potpangrillknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

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