Umleqwa, tomato and onion stew with dombolo

Prep time
40min
Cook time
3h
Serves
6

Let the magic of time cook the chicken for a perfect family meal.

Ingredients:

  • 6 - 8 pieces Goldi Hardbody Tray Pack
  • 10 cups (2,5l) water
  • 1 cube of chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 (50g) instant tomato soup pack
  • 2 onions, quartered
For the dombolo
  • 5 cups (625g) white bread flour
  • 1 tsp (5ml) salt
  • 1 Tbsp (15ml) sugar
  • 1 pack (10g) instant dry yeast
  • 1 ½ cups (375ml) lukewarm water
  • ¼ cup (60ml) oil

Method:

  • Bring water to a boil in a large pot, add the stock cube and stir.
  • Place chicken in water, cover and simmer for 2 hours.
  • Dissolve the tomato soup with a bit of water, and add it to the Umleqwa along with the onions.
  • In the meantime, prepare the dombolo: Mix dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Make a well in the centre of the flour mix, and add lukewarm water and oil.
  • Slowly incorporate the water by mixing the flour into the liquid.
  • Once combined, turn out onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes.
  • The dough should be smooth and, when pressed, bounce back.
  • Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover and let it double in size for 20 minutes.
  • Punch down the dough and roll it into a golf ball size.
  • Place the dombolo on top of the Umleqwa (make sure there is enough liquid to let steam; if not, add a cup).
  • Cover, ensure the lid is sealed correctly, and cook on medium to low heat for 1 hour, until the dombolo is cooked.
  • Serve immediately.