Nigerien Dounguouri Soko
A Nigerien stew of white beans and lamb with tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Serves 6; preparation and timings are approximate.
Dounguouri Soko combines tender white beans with lamb and a tomato-and-vegetable base. The beans soak overnight; allow about 20 minutes for preparation and around 2 hours for cooking.
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Method
- 01
Soak the beans
Soak the beans overnight. Rinse them thoroughly and drain.
Ready to continue when: The beans are swollen, rinsed, and drained of their soaking water.
- 02
Cook the beans
Put the beans in a pot with the natron and plenty of water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 45 minutes, preferably in a pressure cooker. Drain and rinse with hot water.
Ready to continue when: The beans are tender when pressed but still hold their shape.
45 min - 03
Brown the lamb and vegetables
Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based pot. Brown the lamb; add the onion and peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add the tomato and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes more.
Ready to continue when: The lamb is browned on the outside and the vegetables are beginning to soften.
15 min - 04
Add the tomato paste and stew
Stir in the tomato paste. Pour in the 500 ml of water, add the hot beans, and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes; then simmer gently for another 30 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The beans and lamb are tender and the sauce has come together.
60 min - 05
Adjust the consistency
Check the stew’s consistency. If the sauce is too thin, raise the heat and let it reduce briefly, keeping an eye on the pot.
Ready to continue when: The sauce lightly coats the beans and is no longer watery.
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