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Jagung Bose (Timorese Corn and Bean Porridge)
Jagung Bose
A Timorese staple of pounded white corn cooked with red beans and coconut milk until soft like a thick porridge.
- Time
- 3 hr
- Serves
- 4 people
- Origin
- East Nusa Tenggara
- Type
- Rice, Noodles & Staples
Ingredients
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How to Make
Soak the corn and red beans overnight and drain.
Boil the corn, red beans and peanuts in the water until tender, about 2 hours, adding hot water if needed.
Add the coconut milk, salt and pandan leaves.
Cook on low heat, stirring, until thick.
Serve with se'i, grilled fish or sambal lu'at.
Kitchen tip
Jagung bose is also good cooked with pumpkin or moringa leaves for extra nutrition.
Questions
Where does Jagung Bose (Timorese Corn and Bean Porridge) come from?
Jagung Bose is a traditional dish from East Nusa Tenggara (capital: Kupang), in the Bali & Nusa Tenggara region of Indonesia.
How long does Jagung Bose (Timorese Corn and Bean Porridge) take to make?
It takes about 3 hr in total to make 4 servings, including preparation.
What is the secret to a good Jagung Bose (Timorese Corn and Bean Porridge)?
Jagung bose is also good cooked with pumpkin or moringa leaves for extra nutrition.