Jul 14 2026
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Mhogo Recipe

Inspired by Baobab Fare
Time45m
Serves4

Mhogo includes yuca, the root of the Cassava plant and a staple of Burundi cooking. Our special will be served with shredded pan-fried warming flavors of this dish.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For Pan-Frying

Method

Preparing the Yuca

  1. 1

    Peeling and Cutting

    Peel the yuca (cassava) with a knife to remove the tough outer skin. Cut the yuca into 2-3 inch chunks.

  2. 2

    Boiling

    Place the yuca pieces in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 tsp of salt and bring to a boil. Cook for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the yuca is tender and easily pierced with a fork.

  3. 3

    Draining

    Once cooked, drain the yuca in a colander and let it cool slightly before handling.

Pan-Frying

  1. 4

    Preparing the Vegetables

    While the yuca is boiling, finely chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper.

  2. 5

    Heating the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.

  3. 6

    Sautéing the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

  4. 7

    Adding Seasoning

    Stir in 1 tsp of black pepper and 1 tsp of paprika. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.

  5. 8

    Mixing in the Yuca

    Once the yuca has cooled, shred it into smaller pieces using a fork or your hands. Add the shredded yuca to the skillet and mix well with the sautéed vegetables.

  6. 9

    Finishing Touch

    Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture is heated through and slightly crispy. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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