Mbulu (snails in sauce)

Instructions

1. If the snails are live, let them fast for 24 hours, then boil them for 5 minutes and remove them from their shells; if canned, simply drain them.
2. Heat the palm oil in a pot and fry the onions and garlic for 5 minutes.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and chillies and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Add the snails, the stock cube and water, then season with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer covered for 25 minutes over low heat until the sauce is thick and the snails are tender.
6. Serve hot with fufu or rice and a few lime wedges.