Nhopi
(Maize Meal with Pumpkin) Recipe

Origin: Zimbabwe      Period: Traditional

This is very much a Zimbabwean staple, similar to the 'pap' found throughout Africa and the Mealie Meal of Southern Africa.

Ingredients

200g maize (corn) meal
1/2 tsp sugar
500ml water 
2 tbsp peanut butter
225g pumpkin, peeled, cooked and mashed
salt to taste

Nhopi
(Maize Meal with Pumpkin) Preparation:

Method:

Add the water to a large pan and bring to a boil, before adding the maize meal. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the mixture forms a smooth porridge.

Add the pumpkin and sugar then stir-in the peanut butter and season with salt. Stir everything together to ensure all the ingredients are incorporated.

Continue cooking for a few minutes (add a little water if it's too thick). Serve hot with leafy greens or a greens-based stew.

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