African Sadza Dumpling

Directions

1. 1
   Bring 1.5 L (2 1/4 pt) of the water to the boil in a heavy-based saucepan with a long handle for easy handling.
2. 2
   Mix half the mealie-meal with the remaining cold water to form a smooth paste.
3. 3
   Add this paste to the boiling water, stirring vigorously to avoid lumps, until it boils again. Cover and continue to boil for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Gradually add the remaining mealie-meal, one-quarter at a time, stirring thoroughly and firmly until the whole mixture thickens. You need a firm wrist - as the mixture thickens, the porridge gets firmer and more difficult to stir.
5. 5
   Reduce the heat, cover the pan and cook for another 3 minutes.
6. 6
   Wet a small bowl with cold water and use the wet bowl to form the mixture into individual portions. Alternatively, you can serve the Sadza as one large family meal.
7. 7
   Serve hot with vegetables and stew or roast meat or fish with the gravy of your choice.