Stew
Denderu

Denderu

Kanuri

175Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

The crown jewel of Kanuri cuisine from Borno, mutton slow-cooked with fiery yaji spice until meltingly tender, served at Eid and celebrations.

Equipment
  • Heavy pot with lid
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Bowl
Ingredients
Mutton (bone-in), cut into pieces1.2 kg
Onions2
Fresh peppers, chopped3
Yaji (Kanuri suya spice mix)2 tbsp
Garlic cloves3
Fresh ginger1 thumb
Curry powder1 tsp
Stock cubes3
Vegetable oil3 tbsp
Saltto taste
Watera little

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