Malawian Nsima (Cornmeal Porridge)

Step 1

Boil the 3 cups of water in a saucepan.

Step 2

In a bowl, make a paste using part of the cornmeal and all the cold water.

Step 3

Add the paste to the boiling water

Step 4

Stir with a spoon until the mixture has a thick porridge like texture.

Step 5

Cover the saucepan and simmer for 15 minutes

Step 6

Turn heat to the lowest setting, remove the lid and gradually add the rest of the cornmeal, stirring constantly.

Step 7

Continue until the mixture thickens to the desired consistency.

Step 8

Cover and cook on lowest heat for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Stir before serving and shape as desired.