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.

Santomean Cornmeal Porridge

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cornmeal with 1 cup of cold water to form a smooth paste.
  3. Gradually add the cornmeal paste to the boiling water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the porridge simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in the milk, sugar, and salt, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the porridge thickens.
  6. 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