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Mapakiwa

Cultural Context

Mapakiwa, a traditional dish from Botswana, is cherished for its simplicity and comforting qualities. Often enjoyed during communal meals, it reflects the agricultural heritage of the region, showcasing maize as a staple ingredient. Today, Mapakiwa is appreciated beyond Botswana, with various adaptations appearing in neighboring countries.

BotswanaBWmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
5 cups bread flour
5 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
5 tablespoons sugar
2.5 cups cold water
butter

maize meal

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole grain flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

1

Mix 5 cups of bread flour with 5 teaspoons of baking powder, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 5 tablespoons of sugar in a bowl.

2

Add 2.5 cups of cold water gradually, mixing with a wooden spoon and then with hands until reaching desired consistency.

3

Knead the dough for 5 to 8 minutes until the texture is hard on the outside and soft on the inside.

4

Shape the dough into a round ball and place it on a parchment lined baking sheet.

5

Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour.

6

Brush the hot bread with butter and transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Cooking Techniques

mixingboilingsteaming

Equipment Needed

wooden spoonparchment lined baking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mapakwana

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