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Mokhetho (maize porridge with beans)

A thick porridge of crushed maize cooked with red beans until tender and creamy. Very filling and inexpensive, it is a staple of everyday eating in Botswana.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Nutrition facts

294 kcal per serving

Protein
13.3 g
Carbohydrates
36.1 g
of which sugars
5.5 g
Fat
8.5 g
of which saturated fat
1 g
Fiber
10 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. The day before, soak the beans in cold water for at least 8 hours, then drain them.
  2. Boil the beans in 1 litre of water for 45 minutes, until nearly tender.
  3. Add the crushed maize and the remaining water, then simmer over low heat for 40 minutes, stirring often and adding water if needed.
  4. Fry the sliced onion in the oil, stir it into the porridge with the salt and serve hot.

Variations and tips

Creamier. Add a spoonful of powdered milk at the end of cooking for a smoother texture.

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