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Ibijumba n'Ubwoko (Rwandan Sweet Potato and Mushroom Dish)

Ibijumba n'ubwoko is a delicious and hearty dish from Rwanda that combines sweet potatoes and mushrooms. This flavorful and nutritious dish is a popular choice for a satisfying meal. The sweet potatoes are cooked until tender and paired with sautéed mushrooms, creating a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

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Ingredients

Makes
3
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 200 g mushrooms of your choice, sliced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Ingredients for 3 servings (685 g) · the original recipe

Method

  1. 1

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook until they are tender but not mushy, about 10–15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

    Stovetop
  2. 2

    Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

    Stovetop
  3. 3

    Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly browned.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle the paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper over the mushrooms. Stir well to coat the mushrooms with the spices.

  5. 5

    Add the cooked sweet potatoes to the pan and gently stir to combine all the ingredients.

  6. 6

    Cook for another 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

  8. 8

    Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley.

  9. 9

    Serve hot as a main dish or as a side with your favorite Rwandan accompaniments.

Recipe from Wikibooks Cookbook, written by Wikibooks contributors. Used under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence; the ingredient list and method on this page are taken from that page and edited (its notes, tips and variations are not reproduced), and are available under the same licence. The macros, equipment tags and scaling are Ma Kitchen’s own and are not the source’s figures. Ma Kitchen is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wikibooks Cookbook. Copied on 2026-11-12.

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