Ingredients
For 4 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- White maize flour (ufa)500 g
- Water1.3 L
Method
- NsimaMake a thin porridge; add flour gradually, stirring hard with a wooden spoon (phala) until very thick; shape into ntanda portions.
- ServeServe and enjoy.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 455 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 12.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 95.0 g |
| Fat | 1.2 g |
| Fibre | 3.4 g |
| Sugar | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 12 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g |
| Serving size | about 450 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains none of the common allergens.
Quick answers
How long does Nsima take to make?
About 5 min in total: 5 min of preparation and 0 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Nsima?
About 455 kcal per serving, with 12 g of protein. The recipe makes 4 servings of about 450 g each.
Which allergens does Nsima contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains none of the common allergens. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Nsima from?
Nsima is a main course from Malawi. Malawi's staple stiff maize porridge, eaten with ndiwo relish.