Most Popular Malawian Foods | Malawi Cuisine

sorghum

🥗Healthier: barley

💰Cheaper: rice

Barley is more accessible while rice is cheaper.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough adds flavor; baking powder is a quick alternative.

Soak maize and sorghum in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the grains thoroughly.

Grind the soaked grains into a coarse flour.

Mix the flour with water in a large pot.

Cook the mixture over low heat until thickened, stirring frequently.

Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

Add sugar and yeast to the cooled mixture, stirring well.

Cover and let it ferment for 2-3 days in a warm place.

Strain the liquid through a fine cloth into a clean container.

Add hops, ginger, and cloves for flavor, stirring to combine.

Seal the container and let it ferment for an additional 1-2 days.

Chill the beer in the refrigerator before serving.

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