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Tol

Kugma Bean

The tol plant is well-known for its role as a staple in Kugma cuisine, often used as a protein supplement. Tol plants produce pods of seeds that are edible. Farmed and sold in dry form, they can be eaten dry as-is, but Kugma people often soak the beans in water and salt for several hours before cooking them.

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Tol is an important part of the Kugma meal and is eaten at any time of day, depending on their preparation. Dry tols can serve as a quick snack on the go or as a first meal of the day, but cooked tols are used as a primary source of protein in Kugma diets. A typical meal will include tol soup, hot or cold, along with vegetables and fruits as accompaniments.