Nshima with Busala/Lusala!

maize flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain flour offers more nutrients while cornmeal is often less expensive.

busala

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides a similar texture while canned beans are a budget-friendly protein alternative.

Thoroughly wash the lusala.

Cut off the edges of the lusala, discarding any bad parts.

Boil the lusala in salted water for 30 minutes.

Remove the water and let the lusala cool and dry.

Fry the lusala in oil, turning occasionally until the edges turn golden brown.

Add chopped onion to the frying lusala and cook for about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and a bit of salt to the mixture.

Fry until the tomatoes are cooked, adding a bit of water to create a sauce.

Cook for another minute before plating the dish.

Cooking Techniques

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