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Mamaliga

A traditional Romanian polenta, creamy and comforting, perfect with cheese and sour cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Romanian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup cheese crumbled or grated (optional)

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Serving dish or bowl

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
  2. Once boiling, stir in 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Slowly pour in 1 cup of cornmeal while continuously whisking.
  4. Reduce heat to low and keep stirring for about 20-25 minutes.
  5. Check the consistency; it is ready when it pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and combined.
  7. Transfer the Mamaliga to a serving dish or bowl and enjoy it warm.
  8. Optionally, let it cool and slice into pieces for serving.

Notes

Mamaliga can be served with toppings like cheese or sour cream and can be enjoyed hot or cold.