Rice Balls (tuwo Shinkafa Fiesta)
Rice Balls (Tuwo Shinkafa) is a popular Nigerian dish made from rice flour. It is often served with soups and stews, and it's a delicious and comforting meal that can be enjoyed any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of rice flour
- 4 cups of water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Gradually add the rice flour while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the rice is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Moisten your hands with water and shape the rice mixture into balls.
- Serve the rice balls with your favorite soup or stew.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Cooking pot Stirring spoon
Tools
Bowl for shaping the rice balls
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the rice balls with Nigerian soups such as Egusi soup or Okra soup.
Tips & tricks
Tip: To add extra flavor, you can mix in some chopped vegetables or herbs into the rice mixture before shaping it into balls.
Cost
$5