Miondo Egusi (corn Fufu With Egusi Soup)
Miondo Egusi is a traditional Cameroonian dish that combines the delicious flavors of corn fufu with rich and hearty egusi soup. This recipe is a perfect representation of the vibrant and diverse cuisine of Cameroon.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of miondo (fermented corn dough)
- 1 cup of egusi (ground melon seeds)
- 1 pound of beef, cut into cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup of spinach, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of palm oil
- 2 tablespoons of ground crayfish
- 1 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the miondo by mixing the fermented corn dough with water to form a smooth, thick paste. Shape the paste into small balls and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the beef cubes to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, sliced bell pepper, and ground crayfish. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the egusi and cayenne pepper to the pot, then pour in 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
- While the soup is simmering, bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Add the miondo balls and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
- Stir the chopped spinach into the egusi soup and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt to taste, then serve the miondo alongside the egusi soup.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Sharp knife Cutting board
Tools
Pot Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Miondo Egusi with a side of fried plantains for a complete Cameroonian meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can use a combination of beef, goat meat, and fish in the egusi soup.
Cost
$15