Nigerian · PANTRYHOP RECIPE
Pap (Ogi) with Milk and Sugar
20 minutes · 2 servings · vegetarian
A simple home-style version of the classic Nigerian breakfast porridge.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup corn ogi (fermented maize pap powder)
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 2 to 4 tbsp sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Let’s make it
- Mix the ogi with 1 cup of the water until smooth.
- Bring the remaining 2 cups water to a gentle boil, then whisk in the smooth ogi mixture.
- Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring, until thick and glossy.
- Stir in the milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Serve hot.
- Serve with akara or bread if desired.
Let it cool a little and serve in a wide bowl with a spoon.
Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.
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