Marmaliga
Transport your taste buds to the rustic charm of Eastern Europe with *Mămăligă*, the quintessential Romanian dish that’s as versatile as it is satisfying. Made with simple ingredients—coarse cornmeal, water, and salt—this creamy polenta-style recipe is a comforting staple that’s easy to prepare in just 25 minutes. The cornmeal is slowly simmered and stirred to luscious perfection, creating a thick, golden mixture that holds its shape once cooled. Traditionally served as a side dish, mămăligă can be sliced into wedges and paired with tangy cheese, rich sour cream, or a robust stew for a truly hearty and authentic meal. Perfect for cozy dinners and a must-try for fans of wholesome, traditional recipes, this classic dish is both humble and full of flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Coarse cornmeal
- 1 liter Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 1 liter of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, add 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring to dissolve.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Gradually sprinkle in the 250 grams of coarse cornmeal, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or a whisk to prevent lumps from forming.
Continue stirring as the cornmeal thickens and begins to pull away from the sides of the pot. This process should take about 15-20 minutes.
Once the mămăligă reaches a thick, creamy consistency and is fully cooked, remove the pot from the heat.
For a traditional serving style, let the mămăligă slightly cool, then invert the pot onto a wooden board or flat surface. It should hold its shape after being unmolded.
Cut into wedges or slices and serve hot as a side dish, or pair with cheese, sour cream, or a hearty stew for a complete, traditional meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
925 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.8 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2408 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.5 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 355 mg | 8% | |
*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.
