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Easy 1 hr 3 min~180 kcal 6/10
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Kenyan Ugali
Cornmeal cooks with boiling water into a firm, glossy, sliceable East African staple.
Easy⏱️ 23 min📖 1 min readServes 4~260 kcal🇰🇪 Kenyan🌍 Full translation
5 min prep 18 min cook
- #Under 30 min
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 23 min- Prep5 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Cornmeal
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Water
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Bring the water and salt to a boil in a heavy-bottomed pot.
- 2
Add one third of the cornmeal and stir quickly.
- 3
Add the remaining cornmeal little by little.
- 4
Cook the mixture for 10 minutes, pressing and stirring firmly with a wooden spoon.
10 min10:00 - 5
When the ugali pulls away from the sides of the pot and turns glossy, reduce the heat.
- 6
Cover and let it firm up in its own steam for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 7
Shape with a wet bowl and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Adding the cornmeal gradually and stirring firmly with a wooden spoon prevents lumps.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with sukuma wiki, meat stew, or grilled meat.
Nutrition (per serving)
~260
kcal calories
6
g protein
56
g carbs
2
g fat
Protein 9%Carbs 84%Fat 7%
GI 23 · Low GIGL 13 · Medium GL
0.4g
Sugar
4.4g
Fiber
301.7mg
Sodium
0.3g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
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FAQ
How many servings does Kenyan Ugali make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Kenyan Ugali take?
Prep 5 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 23 minutes in total.Is Kenyan Ugali difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Kenyan Ugali have?
Approximately 260 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 56g, fat: 2g.Is Kenyan Ugali allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Kenyan Ugali belong to?
This recipe belongs to Kenyan cuisine.How many ingredients does Kenyan Ugali need?
This recipe needs 3 ingredients.Is Kenyan Ugali filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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