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Mbulawu (Malawian Fermented Millet Porridge)

4 ingredients 9 steps wikibooks
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

574
Calories
13g
Protein
15g
Fat
95g
Carbs

Counts 3 of 5 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 3 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Flour 1 cup (125g) all-purpose 455
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Millet not in our table 0
Water not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup millet flour
  • 3 cups water
  • Salt , to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

1

In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil .

2

Gradually add the millet flour to the boiling water, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

3

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4

Add a pinch of salt to taste and continue stirring.

5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the porridge to cool down to room temperature.

6

Once the porridge has cooled, cover it with a clean cloth and leave it to ferment overnight or for at least 8 hours. This fermentation process enhances the flavor and nutritional profile of the porridge.

7

The next morning, heat the vegetable oil in a separate pan.

8

Pour the fermented millet porridge into the pan and heat it over medium heat, stirring continuously until it reaches the desired consistency. You can add more water if you prefer a thinner consistency.

9

Serve warm in a bowl.

Recipe sourced from wikibooks

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