Paptert (Porridge Pie)
Paptert (Porridge Pie). Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors that make this dish a timeless favorite.
Ingredientes
- 1 taza maize meal (mealie meal)
- 4 tazas agua
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cucharada mantequilla
- 150 g bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 taza mushrooms, sliced
- 1 taza cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 large tomato, chopped)
- 1/2 taza grated cheese (cheddar works well)
- 1/2 taza leche o nata
- 1 cucharadita mustard (opcional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cucharada oil or butter
Instrucciones
- Prepare the pap:Bring water with a pinch of salt to a boil.Slowly stir in maize meal to avoid lumps.Cook on low heat, stirring often, until stiff and smooth (10–15 minutes).Stir in butter and set aside.
- Make the savory filling:Heat oil or butter in a pan.Fry the bacon until lightly crispy.Add onion and mushrooms, cooking until softened.Add tomatoes, milk or cream, mustard (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Assemble the pie:Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).Grease a baking dish.Spread half the pap on the bottom.Layer the savory filling over the pap.Spread the remaining pap on top.Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake:Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Sirve:Serve hot as a side dish at a braai or with grilled meats.
