Funchi Corn Meal Mush
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Funchi Corn Meal Mush, a beloved Caribbean classic that’s simple yet rich in taste. This versatile dish combines yellow cornmeal, butter, and a touch of salt to create a creamy and hearty base that pairs beautifully with meat, seafood, or vegetable sides. Enhanced with optional grated Parmesan cheese, it offers a savory twist that elevates its traditional appeal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe uses basic pantry staples and features a smooth, lump-free texture achieved through constant stirring. Serve it sliced into wedges or squares for a perfect side dish or enjoy it as a satisfying snack. Whether shaped into a dome or plated flat, Funchi is the ultimate Caribbean comfort food that’s sure to win over your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the salt to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually sprinkle the cornmeal into the boiling water while continuously whisking. This prevents lumps from forming.
Continue stirring the mixture with a wooden spoon or whisk until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot, about 10-15 minutes.
Stir in the butter to add richness and flavor. If desired, mix in the grated Parmesan cheese as well for an extra layer of texture and taste.
Remove the funchi from the heat and transfer it to a greased medium-sized bowl or onto a greased plate. Press it down to shape it into a dome or flat surface.
Let the funchi cool slightly until it firms up, about 5 minutes. Slice into portions or use a knife to cut it into wedges or squares for serving.
Serve warm alongside your favorite meat or seafood dish and enjoy this Caribbean comfort food!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.5 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 3451 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.5 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
