STIFF PORRIDGE (OSHIFIMA)
While staying with us, our friend Gerson, from Namibia talked about having this at every meal. Needless to say, while he was here in the United States he put on a pound or two. I really miss him! This recipe is an adaptation of an African staple food, served at every meal to help stretch the meats and vegetables. In Namibia, this dish could also be prepared with cassava. You can make this with water instead of milk, or you can try substituting equal parts tapioca flour for the corn meal.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Grains
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat a cup of water to boiling in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl gradually add 3/4 cup of the cornmeal to the milk, stirring briskly to make a smooth paste.
- Add this mixture to the boiling water, stirring constantly.
- Cook for 4 or 5 minutes while adding the remaining cornmeal.
- When mixture begins to pull away from the sides of the pot and stick together, remove from heat.
- Dump oshifima into a lightly greased bowl.
- With damp hands, shape it into a smooth ball, turning in the bowl to help smooth it.
- Serve immediately.
- To eat in the traditional manner, tear off a piece of oshifima and make an indentation in it with your thumb. Use this hollow to scoop up stew or sauce from a communal bowl.
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KadenGamesYT
[email protected]This porridge was a waste of time. It was bland and tasteless.
blessing Falemoe
[email protected]This porridge was okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either.
Yehia Aldriby
[email protected]This porridge was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.
PoetX lالشاعر اكس
[email protected]Overall, I thought this porridge was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavor was decent. I would recommend it to others who are looking for a simple and quick breakfast option.
Md Saifullah Al Siam
[email protected]This porridge was a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some spices or herbs to the recipe.
Kayalee Moore
[email protected]I'm not a fan of the texture of stiff porridge, but I loved the flavor of this recipe. I might try making it again with a different type of grain.
Thefloridadoordashdriver Thefloridadoordashdriver
[email protected]This porridge was delicious! I made it for breakfast this morning and it was the perfect way to start the day.
Tariq Nadeem Sipra
[email protected]I'm a first-time stiff porridge maker and this recipe was perfect. It was easy to follow and the porridge turned out great. Thanks!
Usman Raza
[email protected]I've made this porridge several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Timothy Eads
[email protected]This porridge was a bit too stiff for my taste, but the flavor was great. I would recommend adding a little more liquid to the recipe.
Jugno Bhai
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of stiff porridge, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so creamy and flavorful, and the perfect comfort food on a cold day.
Ali Mir
[email protected]This stiff porridge was a hit with my family! The texture was perfect and the flavor was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.