Mulah Bamia

Mulah Bamia

Mulah Bamia (MOO-lah BAH-mee-ah)

Okra Stew

Prep Time 45 min
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 362 kcal

A thick, hearty okra stew slow-cooked with dried fish and ground peanuts, seasoned with onions and tomatoes, ladled generously over kisra.

Nutrition & Info

350 kcal per serving
Protein 22.0g
Carbs 28.0g
Fat 18.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free dairy-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish ⚠ peanuts

Equipment Needed

large pot wooden spoon mortar and pestle

Presentation Guide

Vessel: large communal bowl

Garnishes: ground peanuts

Accompaniments: kisra, asida

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil and sauté onions until golden.

  2. 2

    Add tomatoes and cook until broken down into a paste.

  3. 3

    Add dried fish and cook for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in ground peanuts and cumin.

  5. 5

    Add okra and water, bring to a simmer.

  6. 6

    Cook on low heat for 30 minutes until thick and rich. Serve over kisra.

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Did You Know?

The sliminess of okra is prized in South Sudan — the thicker and more viscous the mulah, the more skilled the cook is considered.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • large pot
  • wooden spoon
  • mortar and pestle

Garnishing

ground peanuts

Accompaniments

kisra, asida

The Story Behind Mulah Bamia

Mulah bamia is one of the most beloved dishes across South Sudan, especially among the Dinka and Nuer communities. Okra thrives in the tropical climate and dried fish provides protein during lean seasons, making this stew both practical and deeply traditional.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch and dinner 📜 Origins: Traditional Dinka cuisine

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