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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 1200 ml of water in a large pot and add 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring to dissolve.
- Gradually stir in 400 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, boiled, and takes about 30 minutes from start to finish. It is built around maize flour. The recipe below uses 3 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Nsima take?
At 30 minutes it is quicker than 97% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 5 dishes built on maize flour. The method runs to 7 steps, the longest being 10 minutes.
Any tips for making Nsima?
The secret is constant stirring to achieve the perfect texture.
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