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Ugandan Posho

Cultural Context

Posho, a staple in Ugandan cuisine, is made from maize flour and is often served alongside stews or grilled meats. Traditionally, it is a communal dish, enjoyed during family meals and celebrations. Its simplicity and versatility have made it a beloved staple not only in Uganda but across East Africa, where variations exist under different names like Ugali in Kenya and Sadza in Zimbabwe.

UgandanUGside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
maize flour
water
salt
butter
vegetable oil

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

maize flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain flour adds nutrients while cornmeal is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats, while margarine is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Boil water in a large pot over medium heat until bubbling.

2

Add salt to the boiling water and stir to dissolve.

3

Gradually add maize flour to the pot while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

4

Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

5

Reduce heat to low and cover the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

6

Stir again vigorously until the posho is smooth and pulls away from the sides of the pot.

7

Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstirring

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Also Known As

PoshoUgaliSadza

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