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Vegetarian
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Nutritional Values
480kcal
12gProtein
75gCarbs
10gFat
10gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Umutsima
How to order / say it
Say it
Umutsima — [Oo-moo-tsee-ma]
Order
I would like Umutsima, please.
Locally
Ndashaka Umutsima, murakoze.
Say locally
A vegetarian dish of mashed plantains blended with beans.
Why try it?
Umutsima represents Musanze's vegetarian offerings, highlighting local plant-based ingredients like plantains and beans, common in Rwandan homesteads.
How it tastes
The dish is hearty and savory, with a creamy texture from the mashed plantains and a slight earthiness from the beans.
Origin & History — first documented: 1875
Originating in the highlands of Musanze in the 19th century, Umutsima was an everyday meal for agricultural workers due to its simplicity and nutritious composition.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g Plantains
- 🫘 300 g Beans
- 🧂 10 g Salt
- 🥛 50 g Butter
Method
- 1 Boil plantains and beans until soft.
- 2 Mash together with butter and salt.
- 3 Serve warm.
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