Nsima
Nsima is a staple food in Malawi. It is normally prepared for lunch or dinner, though at times it’s also eaten at breakfast.
- maize flour
- water
Mix some maize flour with half a litre of cold water and place on a stove. Add warm water to the mixture depending on the size of the pot and the desired serving size. Allow to boil for 10 to 15 mins. Add more flour if necessary and stir continuously until medium hard. To serve, form portions of nsima (“ntanda”) with a “chipande”, typically a wooden spoon that is dipped in water. Nsima can be eaten with different types of relish/ sauce, and with meat, fish (such as Chambo, a fish endemic to Malawi), vegetables (such as mustard turnips cooked with groundnut flour and tomatoes), or legumes (such as stewed cowpeas).
Mix some maize flour with half a litre of cold water and place on a stove.
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