Santomean Cornmeal Porridge
Santomean Cornmeal Porridge is a traditional dish from the cuisine of São Tomé and Príncipe, a small island nation off the coast of Central Africa. This creamy and comforting porridge is a popular breakfast or snack in the country, and it's easy to make with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cornmeal
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- In a bowl, mix the cornmeal with 1 cup of cold water to form a smooth paste.
- Gradually add the cornmeal paste to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the porridge simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the milk, sugar, and salt, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the porridge thickens.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 2g
Supplies
Large pot Bowl Spoon
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Santomean Cornmeal Porridge is traditionally served warm and can be enjoyed with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey on top.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, you can use coconut milk instead of regular milk in this recipe.
Cost
$5