Umkhuphu
Umkhuphu is a traditional South African main dish of crumbly maize meal mixed with beans. Hearty and perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredientes
- 1 taza dry sugar beans (or speckled beans)
- 2 tazas white maize meal
- agua
- sal (opcional)
Instrucciones
- Cook the beans firstSoak beans overnight (or at least 6–8 hours).Boil in fresh water until soft. Do not drain all the water.
- Add maize mealWith the beans still simmering, sprinkle maize meal slowly into the pot.Stir lightly to form crumbs, not a smooth pap.
- Steam togetherLower heat, cover the pot, and let it steam for 20–30 minutes.The maize should cook using the bean water for flavour.
- Fluff and finishGently fluff with a fork.Add a pinch of salt if desired.If too dry, sprinkle a little hot water, cover, and steam again briefly.
