Preparation of Mboura Bullu

Step 1: Preparing the Base

Begin by heating groundnut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until it becomes translucent. Next, add the garlic, ginger, and continue to sauté for a minute.

Step 2: Cooking the Beef

Add the beef pieces into the pot. Stir well to coat the beef with the aromatic mixture. Allow the beef to brown by turning occasionally to ensure even cooking on all sides.

Step 3: Developing Flavors

Once the beef is browned, add the tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly. Cover the pot and let the mixture cook until the tomatoes break down into a sauce. This usually takes about 10 minutes.

Step 4: Incorporating Spinach and Spices

Once the tomato sauce is ready, add the spinach, chili powder, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Cover and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach wilts.

Cooking the Millet Dumplings

Step 1: Making the Dough

In a separate bowl, combine millet flour and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water while mixing until you achieve a dough-like consistency. The dough should be smooth yet firm enough to hold shape.

Step 2: Forming the Dumplings

Take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls or cylindrical shapes. These dumplings are the heart of Mboura Bullu, offering a satisfying texture contrast to the robust stew.

Step 3: Cooking the Dumplings

Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Carefully drop the dough shapes into the boiling water. Cook until they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through. This should take around 10-12 minutes; refer to your cooking timer for precision.

Combining and Final Touches

Once the dumplings are ready, carefully transfer them into the pot of stew. Gently stir to combine everything, allowing the flavors to meld together. Add peanut butter into the stew, stirring well to create a rich, velvety sauce. Let the dish simmer over low heat for another 15 minutes.

Serving Mboura Bullu

Garnish the dish with fresh coriander before serving. Mboura Bullu is best enjoyed warm, shared with family and friends. Traditionally, it is ser