Umngqusho
Umngqusho is a traditional South African staple featuring samp and sugar beans simmered to a thick and hearty consistency. This comforting, nutrient-dense stew is flavored with aromatics and spices, making for a satisfying main course or side dish.
Оригінальний рецепт від Forkin
- Загальний час
- 11 год
- Порції
- 6
- Складність
- Середньо
Підготовка
Інгредієнти
Інгредієнти
- 300 gsamp, dried
- 200 gsugar bean, dried
- 2 ст. л.vegetable oil
- 1 шт.yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 зубчикgarlic, minced
- 2 шт.potato, peeled and diced
- 2 шт.vegetable stock cube, crumbled
- 0,5 ч. л.turmeric powder
- 1 ч. л.smoked paprika
- 1 ч. л.salt, or to taste
- 0,5 ч. л.black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 2 000 mlwater, plus more for soaking and as needed
garnish
- 2 ст. л.fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish(за бажанням)
Приладдя
large bowl · skillet · cutting board · knife · large pot with lid
Спосіб приготування
Крок за кроком
- 1
Place the dried samp and sugar beans in a large bowl, cover generously with cold water, and allow to soak overnight for at least 8 hours.
Близько 5 хв
Примітка кухаря: Soaking is crucial for reducing cook time and ensuring the samp and beans cook evenly.
- 2
Drain the soaking water from the samp and beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water.
Близько 2 хв
- 3
Transfer the rinsed samp and beans to a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Add enough fresh water to cover them by about 5 cm.
Близько 1 хв
- 4
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 90 minutes until the samp and beans are beginning to soften.
Близько 1 год 30 хв
Примітка кухаря: Check the water level occasionally; add more boiling water if it gets too low.
- 5
In a separate skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
Близько 7 хв
- 6
Stir in the minced garlic, turmeric powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Близько 1 хв
Примітка кухаря: Cooking the spices briefly helps to bloom their flavors.
- 7
Add the sautéed onion mixture, diced potatoes, crumbled vegetable stock cubes, salt, and black pepper to the pot with the simmering samp and beans.
Близько 2 хв
- 8
Stir everything together well. If the stew looks too dry, add a cup of hot water.
Близько 2 хв
Примітка кухаря: The final consistency should be thick and creamy, not watery.
- 9
Continue simmering on low heat, covered, for another 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking at the bottom.
Близько 1 год 15 хв
Примітка кухаря: The stew is ready when the samp is soft, beans are creamy, and potatoes are tender.
- 10
Taste the umngqusho and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if using.
Правильне зберігання
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen, or in the microwave.