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Duluka (Pounded Cassava and Ground Sesame Stew)
Velvety pounded cassava paired with a fragrant stew of crushed sesame paste, fresh cassava greens, and pungent smoked river fish.
The story
Originating among the Azande and Kuku communities in the lush agrarian landscapes of Western and Central Equatoria, Duluka is cooked during the harvest of root crops and sesame seeds. The dish centers on the synergy between carbohydrate-dense cassava tubers and protein-rich roasted sesame seeds, fueling agricultural workers during intense harvesting cycles. A classic technical nuance involves pounding the boiled cassava while scorching hot, releasing starch chains instantly to create an elastic, silky fufu-like dough without developing gummy lumps.
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