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Ingredients
- 300 g pounded pumpkin seeds
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 chili
- Salt
- A little water or oil
- Leaves for wrapping
Method
- 01 Mix the seed paste with onion, chili, salt and a little water or oil.
- 02 Form portions and wrap tightly in leaves.
- 03 Steam or cook gently for about 50 minutes.
- 04 Unwrap and serve warm.
Mbika is rich and filling, often shared as a relish beside a starch.
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