Chakarai pongal is a sweet and buttery porridge-like dish that is traditionally prepared in South India for the Makar Sankranti festival that heralds the arrival of summer. The khara pongal variety differs only in the spices added, and the two…
Okra plantain porridge is a typical Nigerian food prepared from unripe plantain and okra. It is easy to prepare. Ingredients 1 unripe plantain, peeled and diced 1 cup water 1 dried catfish, cleaned 1 stock cube 2 onions, sliced 200g…
Polenta is a dish of cooked cornmeal. It is delicious topped with your favorite tomato sauce or with an assortment of grilled vegetables. Chilled, firm polenta may be served cut into triangles alongside chili or other hearty stews. Leftover polenta…
Congee is a type of rice porridge eaten across Asia. It may also be called juk, zhou, ganji, or other similar variations. Ingredients Base 220 g (7.75 oz) round rice, washed and drained 2.5 L (10 ½ cups) water or…
Ugali, a porridge-like dish made with maize meal, is a staple dish in Kenya and in Tanzania. Ingredients 4 cups white cornmeal or ground maize 8 cups water Salt to taste (optional) Procedure Boil the water in a saucepan. Add…
Sosso-ngondi is a traditional West African dish made from ground cassava. It is a smooth, thick, and creamy porridge that is often enjoyed as a breakfast or a filling snack. This comforting dish is popular in many countries across the…
Posho is a staple dish in Ugandan cuisine, cherished for its simplicity and comforting taste. Made from maize flour, this hearty and nutritious porridge is a popular accompaniment to various Ugandan meals and is enjoyed by people of all ages.…
Yam and potato porridge with peppered ponmo is an upgraded version of yam porridge, a popular dish in southern Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people. The porridge is served with peppered ponmo due to the fact that people like to…
Nigerian oatmeal is a nutritious and well-balanced dish that can be enjoyed straight or as porridge with milk. Nothing is more filling than oatmeal, making it ideal for a chilly morning or a day following a workout. Ingredients 1 cup…
Ingredients 2 cups maize meal 2 cups water 1 teaspoon salt Process Add boiling water from the kettle to a pot, and bring to a boil again. Mix the maize meal and cold water in a separate bowl to form…
Ingredients 250 ml water 100 ml oat flakes 1 pinch salt Procedure Mix water, oat flakes, and salt in a bowl. Boil on high heat for 2–3 minutes. Stir and serve immediately.
Champorado is a chocolate porridge and favorite Filipino comfort food, especially during cold weather. Ingredients ½ kg glutinous rice Water (about 4–6 times the rice volume) ½ kg white granulated sugar 2 spoons cocoa powder 1 can (12 oz) evaporated…