World Flavors Cookbook

Ugali

The definitive Kenyan staple — a stiff, dough-like porridge made from maize flour and water, serving as the primary starch for most meals.

Cuisine: Kenya

Ingredients

• 3 cups White maize flour (cornmeal)
• 4 cups Water

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot.
2. Slowly add maize flour while stirring with a wooden spoon (mwiko).
3. Continue adding flour and mashing against the sides of the pot until the mixture is very stiff and pulls away from the edges.
4. Lower the heat, cover, and let steam for 5 minutes.
5. Turn it out onto a plate and mold into a dome.