Teaching Students to Prepare Karo – A Taste of Uganda’s Heritage!

maize flour

🥗Healthier: cassava flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Cassava flour is gluten-free and adds a different flavor.

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is a nut-free alternative.

Boil water in a large pot until bubbling.

Gradually add maize flour to the boiling water while stirring continuously.

Cook the mixture until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Transfer the dough to a flat surface and knead until smooth.

Shape the dough into small balls or patties.

Wrap the patties in banana leaves for steaming, if desired.

Steam the wrapped patties for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.

Serve warm with vegetables or groundnut paste.

Enjoy as a main dish or side.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens