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Dombolo

Cultural Context

Dombolo, a traditional South African steamed bread, has roots in indigenous cooking and is often served with hearty stews or braais (barbecues). This comforting dish symbolizes community and togetherness, as families gather to enjoy it alongside flavorful meats and vegetables. Today, Dombolo is cherished not only in South Africa but also in various countries with similar culinary traditions, showcasing its versatility and enduring popularity.

South AfricanZAside
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon yeast
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
1/2 cup julienned carrots
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup margarine or butter, melted

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

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk lowers calories and is dairy-free.

1

In a mixing bowl, add warm water, sugar, and yeast, and mix. Let the yeast ferment for about 5 minutes.

2

In another bowl, combine flour, turmeric, salt, sugar, fresh coriander, and julienned carrots.

3

Add half of the water mixture into the flour along with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

4

Combine everything until you have a sticky dough, then knead with hands for about 10 minutes.

5

Incorporate room temperature margarine or butter into the dough and knead until fully mixed.

6

Oil a container and place the dough inside, ensuring it's oiled all over. Let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes to an hour until doubled in size.

7

Decide whether to steam the dough separately or in a stew. If in a stew, braise or simmer the dumplings for about 45 minutes to an hour.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingsteaming

Equipment Needed

large bowlsteaming basketclothrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

steamed breaddumpling bread

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