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Umngqusho

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time12 hrsCook Time2 hrs 10 minsTotal Time14 hrs 10 mins

Umngqusho is made of samp and cowpeas.

 4 cups dried samp (broken hominy)
 2 cups dried cowpeas (black-eyed peas) or any similar beans
 salt
1

Combine samp and cowpeas in a large enamel pot or glass bowl. Add cold water sufficient to cover. Cover, and let stand overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking.

2

In a large pot. Cover the soaked samp and cowpeas mixture with cold water. Bring to a boil. Let boil for ten minutes. Reduce heat. Simmer on low heat for one to two hours, until all is tender and the water is mostly absorbed. Add additional water during cooking if needed.

3

Season with salt. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6