BOKO BOKO HAREES (BURUNDI)
This recipe was featured on week 44 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every nation on Earth, and Burundi is my 44th stop. Unless otherwise noted, my Travel by Stove recipes are taken from authentic or traditional sources, and this recipe has been posted without any alternations or additions to the ingredients. Burundi is an African nation where meat is not abundant, and this is one of the ways that a small amount of meat can be stretched to make a filling meal.
Provided by GiddyUpGo
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 4h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak the bulgur wheat in water for 3 hours. Note: bulgur wheat absorbs a ton of water, so err on the side of too much.
- Drain the wheat and place in a pot with the chicken breasts and enough water to cover.
- Add 1 tsp salt, bring to a boil and reduce to simmer. Let cook for about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut up the chicken giblets into very small pieces.
- In a small pot, mix the turmeric powder with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until you get a thick paste. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Transfer the giblets to a small pot and simmer with about a half cup of water and 3 tbsp of the turmeric paste. Add a pinch of salt and the sugar. Simmer for 10 or 15 minutes, or until the giblets are cooked.
- Fry the onions in the remaining ghee until they are crispy.
- Take the chicken breasts out of the pot and shred them, then return the to the bulgur wheat. Add 3 tbsp of the ghee and stir until well-incorporated. The wheat should be soft and the dish should be the consistency of a thick dough; if it's not, keep cooking until it reduces down, or add more water if necessary.
- Serve with the turmeric sauce and fried onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.6, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 28.7, Sodium 223.5, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4, Protein 9.4
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Asru Shill
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The lamb was dry and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.
Sherry Keyz
[email protected]The lamb was a bit tough, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different cut of lamb next time.
Lyn blacq
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very flavorful. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper next time.
Khan TY
[email protected]I've been looking for a good boko boko harees recipe and this one is perfect! It's easy to follow and the dish turns out delicious.
Amul Gurung
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The lamb is so tender and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it!
Oh Senda
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they all loved it! The lamb was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Makobela France
[email protected]This was my first time making boko boko harees and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.
M Attaullah
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always delicious. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up.
Paolo Mendoza
[email protected]This is now my go-to recipe for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Briseida Mendez
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation.
Peniel Pius
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. My family loved it.
Ayesher Geary
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this dish was amazing! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ch saif Gujjar
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The lamb was fall-apart tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy.
David Messer
[email protected]This boko boko harees was a delightful surprise! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the texture was perfect. I especially loved the crispy shallots and the tangy yogurt sauce.