Mageu
Mageu. It brings a true taste of South Africa straight to your dining table.
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Keuken Zuid-Afrikaans
- 2 kopjes maïsmeel (pap)
- 6-8 kopjes water
- 2–4 el suiker (optioneel)
- 1 tsp zout (optioneel)
- ¼ kopje voorgerecht (restjes mageu, zure pap of naturel yoghurt)
Cook the maize meal with water and salt until it becomes a thick, smooth pap.
Remove from heat and let it cool completely to room temperature.
Add extra cold water to thin it into a drinkable consistency.
Mix in your starter (this helps fermentation begin).
Cover loosely and leave at room temperature for 1–3 days.
Stir once or twice daily and taste until it is slightly sour.
Refrigerate once ready and serve cold. Add sugar if you like it sweeter.