Madora Mufushwa (mopani Worm Delight)
Madora Mufushwa, also known as Mopani Worm Delight, is a traditional Zimbabwean dish that is both nutritious and delicious. This recipe provides a unique way to enjoy this popular delicacy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried Mopani worms
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak the dried Mopani worms in water for 1 hour to rehydrate them.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
- Drain the rehydrated Mopani worms and add them to the pan.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper, then cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 5g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Pan Spatula Bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Madora Mufushwa as an appetizer or as a side dish with sadza, a traditional Zimbabwean cornmeal porridge.
Tips & tricks
Be sure to thoroughly clean and rehydrate the Mopani worms before cooking to ensure a tender and flavorful dish.
Cost
$5