Breakfast
Imbuya lamanzi (marula porridge)
A smooth, creamy porridge made with flour and marula pulp, a wild fruit typical of southern Africa. It is served warm at breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
Instructions
- Bring the water to the boil in a pot with a pinch of salt.
- Mix the maize flour in a bowl with a little cold water to prevent lumps.
- Pour the mixture into the boiling water, stirring constantly, then simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Add the marula pulp and sugar, then cook for 5 minutes, stirring.
- Check the consistency: it should coat the spoon without being too stiff.
- Serve warm, with a drizzle of milk if you like.
Variations and tips
With what you can find here. Ripe mango or mashed banana can replace the marula, with a similar taste.
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Original Ecomely recipe.