Get Brewing! Learn How to Make Umkumbi (Marula Beer) Today!

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Umkumbi, also known as Ubuganu, Mokhophe, or Marula beer, is more than just a beverage; it's a cultural cornerstone in Zimbabwe. This fermented drink, made from the marula fruit (Amaganu), holds a special place in communities, passed down through generations. Traditionally, Umkumbi is brewed under the shade of the owner's marula tree, symbolizing a connection to nature and respect for tradition. The process itself is not a solitary act - it fosters a sense of community.
Umkumbi often plays a role in Amalima, a communal effort where people come together to support each other in farming and livestock initiatives. Sharing a pot of Umkumbi after a day of hard work strengthens the bonds within the community and celebrates their collective achievements. The expertise to brew Umkumbi is a cherished tradition, passed down through families. Every sip carries not just the taste of the marula fruit, but also the stories and knowledge of generations past. Umkumbi is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Zimbabwe, where tradition, community, and nature intertwine to create a unique and enduring beverage.
► ► HOW TO MAKE THE BEER:
Step 1 - Collect the marula fruits (you can collect the ripe yellow one’s or you can place the green marula in a sack and store for 2 days).
Step 2 - Wash in water
Step 3 - Using a spoon or a knife, peal the outer skin of the fruit.
Step 4 - Place the seeds in a pot or container (back in the day the clay pot was the most favoured container to brew Umkumbi).
Step 5 - Pour a reasonable amount of water above the seeds and then take Uphehlo (Wooden Mixer) and stir continuously.
Step 6 - After stirring, remove the seeds from the container. You can utilize a tree known as Umsehla - a beautiful indigenous tree in Zimbabwe (Muzeze, African-wattle) or any sieving instrument.
Step 7 - Close the container and leave to ferment overnight.
Step 8 - Add in more water to the mixture and close for an additional 2-3 days depending on the user’s preference.
Step 9 - Drink Umkumbi and Enjoy some incredible health benefits!
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[@zwangendabaproductions6005]

Great show ndoda! The fascinating thing about umkumbi is that you don't need a large quantity of amaganu to make it. I remember making it logogo when I was young, I was hoping to get drunk for the first time but I only managed to get tipsy after drinking a considerable amount of the brew 😅😆😂

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Umkumbi is legendary Zwangendaba

[@lindiwengwenya9049]

Cool

[@TitoDistrict]

I have recently been learning about probiotics and the fermentation process. I was trying to research more about our indigenous forms, so this video has been very helpful and timely for me🙏🏾Much appreciation for the linked articles you provided as well.

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you for sharing this🙏

[@gugulethumkandla65]

I've been binge-watching all your videos and as someone who is trying to connect with their culture, I'm really grateful for your platform that uses food and storytelling to help us reconnect with our roots in such a relatable way 🙏🙏I'm thoroughly enjoying learning new things and taking trips down memory lane with some of these videos🙌😁

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Hie Gugu. Thank you so much for watching our work. It means a lot❤️

[@hloniphanidube]

Congratulations ndoda for documenting this.

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you Dube.

[@archfordhadebe2089]

Keep growing brothers 🙏

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you so much baba Hadebe

[@mandlenkosidonga3235]

Hi Prince You once did a show about the guy is in brewing..

[@KayasGogo]

We should make some the next time. I have the tree and wasted all this good fruit agh. Well done

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

We should Gogo. Thanks for watching.

[@refiloemphahlele9725]

Always looking foward to new episode.

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you Refiloe 🙏

[@gabela_1495]

Siyabonga bhuti ngolwazi, sicela uke usibonise ukuthi amafutha soMganu from shell nuts enziwa kanjani thank you

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Kulungile Gabela. Siyabonga.

[@zinhlem1107]

So happy to find this channel. Just subscribed. Thank you for helping my generation and the generations to come, stay grounded

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

You are so welcome

[@TheLetter536]

Thank you for sharing, been collecting the Marula for a couple of days now, on my way to make my first batch.

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Wonderful!

[@lillycee5054]

Another great video. Thank you 😊

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you Lilly.

[@sqrd3536]

Nice to see you back. Buyadaka yini utshwala lobu? Anginathi kodwa ngiyabuza nje. You know we have Amarula Wine not sure what the difference is with the beer, very interesting🤔

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Ye buyadaka.

[@ultimatendlovu1425]

Sadla amaGrapes sadakwa!!!!!

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Utshwala Ndlovu😄

[@opparanceshandirwa5196]

Love your content thank you

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you so much for sharing. We truly love our work Opparance🙏

[@sukoluhlendlovu9117]

You're doing great Magriza keep it up. We really appreciate you for documenting our culture 🤩🇿🇼 thumbs 👍 up to you mfana kagogo

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you so much Sukoluhle Ndlovu

[@gracesibanda1696]

Thanks for this mkhumbi making lession

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you for watching Grace.

[@mcebisimadundulu5445]

Ndakimbula kanye kutitji

[@sedzesanimathavha9939]

Awesome episode Magriza

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you Sedzesani.

[@israelmathe5325]

Nice video bafo it's me lsrael

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Mathe, thank you.

[@Met9171]

What are you going to use those seeds for?at home we leave the seeds in that marula bucket overknight is It wrong?

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

We extract the oil from the seeds by grinding them

[@emmanuelonalethatakombani4043]

Some guy suffered a running stomach im the middle of the supermarket in Selebi-Phikwe, wenza inkinga phakathi kwebhulugwe after drinking morula beer 😂😂😂

[@mphodube3619]

The best and easy way to peel is to use a fork

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

Thank you.

[@pepsannyathi5361]

👏👏👏👏🙋‍♂️

[@jayleetzvevo460]

Lol to testify that I was once suspended for eating Mapfura

[@MagrizaMadeMeCook]

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