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Ugali

Cultural Context

Ugali is a staple food in East Africa, particularly in Uganda, where it is enjoyed daily. Traditionally made from maize flour, it serves as a filling accompaniment to various dishes, symbolizing sustenance and community. Today, ugali is embraced in many households across the region, often enjoyed with meats, vegetables, or sauces.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 cups maize flour
4 cups water
1 lb beef
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1 cup carrots, diced
1 cup peppers, diced
2 cups spinach, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Warm the water but do not boil it.

2

Mix a bit of maize flour to make a thin porridge.

3

Let the porridge cook for almost three minutes.

4

Add maize flour bit by bit to achieve desired consistency.

5

Mix the ugali well to avoid lumps of uncooked flour.

6

Let it cook for a maximum of 15 minutes.

7

Check if the ugali holds on the spoon to see if it's done.

8

Mix one last time before serving.

Equipment Needed

large potseparate pan

Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-basedgluten-free

Allergens

gluten

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