Introduction to Mealie Rice
Mealie rice is a traditional South African dish that has been around for generations. It is made from corn kernels, which have been cooked in boiling water until they are soft and fluffy. The dish can be served as a side or main course, depending on the ingredients used. It is usually eaten with either butter or margarine and salt, but other condiments can be added depending on personal preference.
Mealie rice is an incredibly versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways; it makes an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, fish or vegetables. Additionally, it’s often seen as part of a traditional Sunday lunch menu alongside roast chicken, boiled potatoes and veggies – adding an extra layer of flavour to the meal! In this article we’ll take you through how to cook mealie rice perfectly every time so you don’t miss out on this delicious South African staple!
Ingredients Needed for Mealie Rice
The first step in preparing your mealie rice is gathering all the necessary ingredients:
– 2 cups of white corn kernels (or yellow if preferred)
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 2 tablespoons of butter/ margarine/ cooking oil (depending on what you prefer)
Preparing Your Ingredients
Before starting your recipe make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go – wash the corn kernels before using them as some may contain dirt or debris from harvesting process. Once these steps have been completed you’re ready to start cooking!
Instructions For Cooking Mealie Rice
Once everything has been prepped follow these simple instructions:
1. Place your corn kernels into a saucepan filled with enough water just cover them by about one inch deep – add salt at this stage too
2 Heat up the pan until boiling then reduce heat slightly so it simmers gently for 20 minutes 3 Add butter/margarine at this point if desired 4 After 20 minutes stir occasionally while cooking for another 10 minutes or until tender 5 Serve hot with additional condiments such as cheese/spices etc 6 Enjoy!
Conclusion
Making mealies doesn’t have to be complicated – following our guide will ensure perfect results every time! This recipe takes only 30 minutes from start finish so it’s ideal weeknight meals when there isn’t much time spare between work and home commitments . Not only does it taste great but its also extremely nutritious thanks its high protein content making us even more reason why should give this classic South African favorite try today !
