Bogobe jwa lerotse

Description

Bogobe jwa lerotse is the national dish of Botswana, characterized by a delicate flavor imparted by the lerotse melon , a type of fruit that is visually reminiscent of a typical watermelon and distinguished by its orange-colored flesh. Lerotse has a neutral flavor when raw, but it imparts a unique flavor to the dish when cooked. The dish is typically stirred with a traditional wooden whisk, called lehetho , and has a porridge-like consistency when fully cooked.