Vegan Traditional South African Pap
Experience the comforting taste of tradition with Vegan Traditional South African Pap, a simple yet satisfying dish made with just four ingredients. This vegan-friendly version of a South African classic features maize meal simmered to perfection for a firm, yet creamy texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty side pairs effortlessly with a rich vegetable stew or your favorite plant-based sauces. For an extra touch of indulgence, add plant-based butter for a creamy, flavorful finish. Perfect for vegans and lovers of global cuisine, this authentic recipe brings the flavors of South African heritage right to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups maize meal (fine or coarse)
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter (optional for flavoring)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Once the water begins to boil, gradually add 2 cups of maize meal while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
Stir in 0.5 teaspoon of salt and reduce the heat to low.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the pap simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure an even texture and prevent it from sticking to the bottom.
If using, add 2 tablespoons of plant-based butter in the final 5 minutes of cooking to enhance the flavor and create a creamier texture.
Once the pap is firm and pulls away slightly from the sides of the pot when stirred, it is ready to serve.
Serve warm as a side dish with a stew or vegetable-based sauce, or enjoy on its own for a traditional South African experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1928 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1413 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 369.1 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 682 mg | 15% | |
*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.
