South Sudanese Asida (Ugali)

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with added flavor.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: unsweetened chocolate

Carob powder is naturally sweet and caffeine-free.

Pour boiling water into a pot.

Gradually add maize flour while mixing and stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Slightly reduce the heat to avoid splashing before it starts thickening up.

When the mixture starts thickening and is slightly thicker than porridge, turn the heat up and cover the pot for a few minutes.

Reduce the heat again and gradually add more flour until the preferred firmness is reached.

Once happy with the firmness, remove the cooking stick and smoothen the top of the asida.

Cover the asida for about a minute to make it easier to flip onto a plate or tray.

Flip the pot onto a plate and smooth out the edges using a wooden spoon dipped in cold water.

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