Moldovan Mămăligă (Firm Cornmeal Porridge)
Moldovan cornmeal porridge cooked until thick and firm. Makes approximately 6 servings; preparation time is an estimate.
Mămăligă is made by cooking cornmeal in water and can be served as a side or in place of bread. This version firms up after resting for a few minutes and can be cut into portions.
Method
- 01
Bring the water to a boil
Put the water in a pot and bring it to a boil. Add the salt and a small amount of cornmeal, stirring to combine.
5 min - 02
Stir in the cornmeal
Let the water return to a boil for a few minutes. Gradually add the remaining cornmeal, stirring to prevent lumps.
- 03
Cook and stir
Lower the heat and simmer gently for about 30 minutes. Then stir vigorously with a wooden spoon. If the mixture is still soft, continue cooking until it thickens and pulls away from the spoon.
30 min - 04
Shape and rest
With a wet spoon, gather the mămăligă in the center of the pot. Let it boil for a few more minutes, remove it from the heat, and let it rest for about 5 minutes before turning it out and serving.
5 min
Ingredients
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