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Sishwala

Sishwala is a traditional Eswatini (Swazi) stiff maize porridge made simply from maize meal, water, and a pinch of salt. It’s a hearty staple typically served alongside stews, greens, or grilled meats.

🇸🇿 Swaziland$

Misola

Misola is a nourishing West African porridge made from millet, soybean, and peanut flours, gently cooked with water and milk. It’s creamy, mildly sweet, and rich in protein and fiber—ideal for breakfast or a fortifying snack.

🇲🇱 Mali$

Genfo

Genfo is a traditional Ethiopian barley porridge formed into a thick mound with a well in the center, filled with niter kibbeh and berbere for a savory kick—or drizzled with honey for a sweet version. Hearty, comforting, and simple, it’s most often enjoyed warm for breakfast.

🇪🇹 Ethiopia$

Century Egg and Lean Pork Congee

A cozy Cantonese-style rice porridge simmered until silky, enriched with tender lean pork and wedges of savory century egg. Fragrant ginger, scallion, white pepper, light soy sauce, and a touch of sesame oil round it out for a comforting, umami-rich bowl.

🇭🇰 Hong Kong$

Bogobe

Bogobe is a traditional Southern African sorghum porridge, gently simmered until smooth and creamy. Served with milk, a pat of butter, and a touch of sugar or honey, it’s comforting, hearty, and naturally gluten-free.

🇧🇼 Botswana$

Motogo wa Setswana

Motogo wa Setswana is a traditional porridge made from sorghum flour, enriched with milk and a hint of sweetness. It's an integral part of the Batswana breakfast culture, renowned for its nourishing and satisfying qualities.

🇧🇼 Botswana$

Fufu Porridge

Fufu Porridge is a delightful Caribbean-inspired breakfast dish that combines creamy coconut milk and sweet vanilla with the earthy taste of cassava flour. It's a comforting and warm start to the day.

🇹🇩 Chad$$

Liberian Pepper Porridge

Liberian Pepper Porridge is a spicy, hearty dish that combines tender cassava and plantains with smoky fish and vibrant peppers, offering a rich taste of West African cuisine.

🇱🇷 Liberia$$

Bubur Kacang Hijau

Bubur Kacang Hijau is a traditional sweet Indonesian porridge made from mung beans, simmered until soft, and enriched with the creamy flavors of coconut milk, flavored with pandan leaf, and sweetened with palm sugar.

🇮🇩 Indonesia$

Oshifima

Oshifima, a staple dish in Namibian cuisine, is a creamy, porridge-like preparation made from maize meal, offering a comforting and filling option that pairs well with various stews and meats.

🇳🇦 Namibia$

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Sishwala

Misola

Genfo

Century Egg and Lean Pork Congee

Bogobe

Motogo wa Setswana

Fufu Porridge

Liberian Pepper Porridge

Bubur Kacang Hijau

Oshifima

I've been...

Sishwala

Misola

Genfo

Century Egg and Lean Pork Congee

Bogobe

Motogo wa Setswana

Fufu Porridge

Liberian Pepper Porridge

Bubur Kacang Hijau

Oshifima