Papa le Moroho (Basotho Maize Porridge with Greens)

6 servings15 min prep35 min cookEasy Lesotho

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups maize meal
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 bunch wild greens or spinach, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. 1Bring the water to a boil and whisk in a portion of the maize meal to make a thin base.
  2. 2Gradually add the remaining maize meal, stirring constantly until very thick and smooth, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. 3Shape the papa into a mound and set aside.
  4. 4Heat oil in a pan and sauté the onion until soft.
  5. 5Add the chopped greens with a splash of water, cover, and cook 10-12 minutes until tender.
  6. 6Season with salt and serve the moroho alongside the papa.

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