maize Recipes
4 delicious maize recipes from around the world
Creamy Cheesy Mieliepap Potjie
A rich, creamy, and cheesy South African maize porridge (mieliepap) cooked in a potjie (traditional cast-iron pot), perfect as a comforting side dish.
Krummelpap (Crumbly Maize Porridge)
A staple South African dish, Krummelpap is a drier, crumbly maize porridge, often served as a side dish. It's characterized by its texture, achieved through a specific cooking method, and is typically enriched with butter.
Umngqusho (Xhosa Samp and Beans)
A hearty and traditional Xhosa dish of samp (crushed maize kernels) and beans, slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic spices. This comforting meal is a staple in South African cuisine.
Umqombothi
Umqombothi is a traditional South African beer made from maize meal and sorghum malt. It is a low-alcohol, slightly sour, and nutritious beverage often enjoyed during ceremonies and celebrations.