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Ugali Recipe

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@swahilivillagenewark

Sep 14 2025

30m

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Ugali in just 30m. Traditional maize porridge served with stew.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

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Preparation

Cooking Ugali

1. Boil Water

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

2. Add Maize Flour

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and slowly add 2 cups of maize flour while stirring continuously with a wooden spoon to prevent lumps from forming.

3. Stir and Cook

Continue to stir the mixture vigorously for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot, forming a dough-like consistency.

4. Cook Through

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and allow the ugali to cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.

5. Check Consistency

After cooking, check that the ugali is firm and holds its shape. If it is still too soft, you can cook it for a few more minutes.

6. Serve

Remove the ugali from the pot and shape it into a round or oval loaf. Serve hot with your choice of stew.

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