Vibibis

Vibibis~

For over a thousand years, Swahili people have occupied a narrow strip of coastal land extending from the north coast of Kenya to Dar es Salaam. They also occupy several nearby Indian Ocean islands, including Zanzibar, Lamu, and Pateall. Early Arabs colonised these regions and brought Islam to the East African coast. This is a great dessert from Tanzanian cuisine for any occasions.

Ingredients for vibibis:

• 250 g of barley grits; washed,
• 2 liter of water,
• 3 tablespoon of olive oil,
• salt to taste,
• 2 teaspoon of cumin,
• 2 cups of milk,
• 2 tablespoon of butter,
• 6 oz of evaporated milk.

Instructions for vibibis:

1. Mix the barley grits, water, olive oil, salt and cumin in a pot.
2. Once it comes to a boil, let it simmer over medium heat for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Once the soup is thick and the grains are tender, stir in the milk.
4. Bring to a boil and simmer again for a few more minutes.
5. Turn off the heat, and stir in the butter and evaporated milk.
6. Adjust seasoning & serve and then simply enjoy :) :)