Bogobe Bombs

Bogobe Bombs are a traditional dish from Botswana, made with sorghum porridge and served with a flavorful sauce. This dish is a staple in Botswana cuisine and is perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Bogobe Bombs

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sorghum flour
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Gradually add the sorghum flour to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer the sorghum porridge for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a separate pan, sauté the onion and tomatoes until softened.
  5. Add the vegetable broth, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes to make the sauce.
  6. Scoop the sorghum porridge into balls and serve with the flavorful sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Pan Stirring spoon

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bogobe Bombs with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a twist, you can add some chopped fresh herbs to the sauce for extra flavor.

Cost

$10