pap Recipes
6 delicious pap 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.
Pap en Chakalaka
A hearty and flavorful South African staple, this dish features a stiff, smooth maize porridge (pap) served with a vibrant and spicy vegetable relish (chakalaka). It's a classic example of comforting township cuisine.
Shisa Nyama (South African Township Braai)
Shisa Nyama, meaning 'burn the meat' in Zulu, is more than just a meal; it's a vibrant social tradition and a cornerstone of township gatherings. This recipe outlines the essentials for a classic braai (barbecue) featuring a variety of grilled meats, served with traditional accompaniments like pap (maize porridge) and chakalaka (spicy vegetable relish).
Stywe Pap (Stiff Maize Porridge)
Stywe pap is a dense, firm maize porridge, a traditional South African staple. Its stiff texture makes it perfect for scooping up flavorful stews and gravies.
Uphuthu (Crumbly Maize Meal)
Uphuthu is a traditional South African dish, often referred to as Zulu-style pap. It's characterized by its distinct crumbly texture, achieved by cooking maize meal until it separates into small, dry granules. It is traditionally served with amasi (fermented milk) for a tangy contrast.