Description
Lesotho Papa is a traditional Southern African dish made from cornmeal, offering a simple yet delightful taste of the region’s culinary heritage.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cornmeal
- 4 cups of water
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a large pot.
- Gradually add the cornmeal to the boiling water, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir until the mixture thickens.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the papa is thick and smooth, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Papa can be served as a side dish with meat or vegetables.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg