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Nsima recipe
A comforting staple, Nsima is a Malawian delight!
Ingredients
- 400 g maize flour
- 1200 ml water
- 1 tsp salt
How to make Nsima
- Boil 500 ml of water in a large pot and add 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring to dissolve.
- Gradually stir in 200 g of maize flour, mixing continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly for about 10 minutes, until thickened to a porridge-like consistency.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for another 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Shape the cooked nsima into round balls using wet hands for easy handling.
- Serve hot, alongside your favorite relish or dish of choice on a plate.
What is Nsima?
Nsima is a traditional dish from Malawi. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare, is considered easy to make at home, and uses 3 ingredients.
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