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.

Rice Balls (tuwo Shinkafa Fiesta)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of rice flour
  • 4 cups of water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Gradually add the rice flour while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the rice is fully cooked.
  4. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
  5. Moisten your hands with water and shape the rice mixture into balls.
  6. 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