Dombolo, (also known as umbhako, ujeqe, dipapata in Setswana and rostile in Xhosa), is a traditional South African steamed bread. It is a popular staple food in many homes within South Africa. The bread is prepared in a container in a pot of boiling water. This is how to make Dombolo, follow the simple step-by-step recipe and enjoy. Dombolo can be made as whole bread or in dumpling-size balls. Serve Dombolo with a succulent stew or potjie.
Makes 1 Dombolo loaf
Ingredients
Directions
Ingredients
5ml (1 tsp) instant dry yeast
10ml (2 tsp) sugar
430ml ( 1 ¾ cup) lukewarm water
1kg (4 cups) all-purpose flour
2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) salt
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and lukewarm water together and allow to sit for 8 – 10 minutes or until foamy.
Add the flour and salt and mix until well combined. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 7 – 8 minutes or until smooth. Place into an oiled metal bowl and allow to rise for 1 hour.
Once doubled in size, place the metal bowl into a simmering pot of water filled a quarter of the way up. Place the lid on and steam for 1 hour or until a skewer comes out clean.
Make sure to keep topping up the water to ensure the water does not dry out.
Remove the bowl from the simmering water and allow to cool slightly before removing the bread from the bowl. Slice and serve warm with butter and a hearty stew, soup, or curry.
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