bogobe jwa lerotse

type of porridge eaten in Botswana

Bogobe jwa lerotse is a type of porridge eaten in Botswana and also a 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 a lehetho, and has a porridge-like consistency when fully cooked. It is often consumed at weddings and other social gatherings.