What is 'mogo'?!
What is 'mogo'?
a friend from kenya once mentioned it. its definetly that can be eaten. any recepies or shops where its available from would be very helpful. cheers!
Answers:
It's actually the Kenyan word for Cassava root.
LAMB MOGO (CASSAVA) SERVED
IN FRESH COCONUT CREAM
A spicey and traditional recipe from Tudor, Mombasa. Often served as a family feast on local holidays, such as Eid.
You could also substitute chicken instead of lamb or use vegetables for a vegetarian version.
INGREDIENTS:
1 kg cassava (frozen)
1 cup fresh coconut cream
1/2 kg lamb, cut into cubes
1 tsp garlic paste
1 tsp ginger paste
3-4 green chillies, ground
1 tsp chopped cilantro leaves
salt to taste
lemon juice to taste
cilantro eaves for garnishing
METHOD:
Boil the meat with garlic, ginger and salt in a little water until cooked.
Boil the cassava and drain. Cut into cubes.
Mix together the meat stock and coconut cream.
Add the chillies, cilantro leaves and cassava; cook on medium heat for five to ten minutes, stirring occasionally.
Finally add the meat and mix well. Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice.
Garnish with cilantro leaves when serving.