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Sishwala (bouillie de maïs swazie)

Sishwala is a thick cornmeal porridge, creamy and steaming, served hot at breakfast or as a side dish. The butter melted in at the end gives it its characteristic softness.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Nutrition facts

331 kcal per serving

Protein
6 g
Carbohydrates
52.1 g
of which sugars
3.6 g
Fat
10.6 g
of which saturated fat
6.4 g
Fiber
1.6 g

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

Instructions

  1. Bring the water and salt to the boil in a heavy-based saucepan.
  2. Pour in the cornmeal in a steady stream while whisking to avoid lumps.
  3. Lower the heat and cook gently for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until the porridge pulls away from the sides.
  4. Add the butter and stir until fully melted.
  5. Serve hot, with a splash of milk or a sprinkling of sugar if you like.

Variations and tips

Sweet version. Add the sugar and milk at the start of cooking for a sweeter porridge, perfect for children.

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