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How to make Molokia or ( خضره طبيخ) South Sudan food 🇸🇸💝

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Molokia

Cultural Context

Originating from the Nile Valley, Molokia is a beloved dish in Sudan and Egypt, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. The dish highlights the unique flavor of jute leaves, which are rich in nutrients and have a distinct, mucilaginous texture. Today, variations of Molokia can be found across the Middle East and North Africa, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

SudaneseSDmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups molokhia leaves
1 medium onion
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups beef stock
1 teaspoon black cardamom
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons spices

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

molokhia leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more widely available and offers similar texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor and healthy fats.

1

Add onion to a pot and sauté until translucent.

2

Add meat (beef or lamb) to the pot and brown it.

3

Add chicken stock or beef stock to the pot.

4

Add black cardamom and tomato paste to the pot.

5

Add molokhia leaves to the pot and stir well.

6

Let the molokhia cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

MulukhiyahJute Leaf Stew

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