2024 Author: Jasmine Walkman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 08:29
Porridge is that childhood dish that our grandmothers patiently prepared for a long time, endlessly mixing corn flour with water by the stove. To finally get that amazing taste that stays for a lifetime.
The porridge, or mamaliga, is the dish of our region, something like the trademark of the Balkans, although its fame is spread beyond the peninsula, to Italy and beyond, where it bears the sonorous name polenta. And although he is as old as anyone remembers, forgotten and neglected, today he is experiencing his true Renaissance.
It is on the menu of many small pubs, but is also prepared in the kitchens of large restaurants. Of course, the time and culinary talent of the chefs have transformed it, turning it more and more into a modern dish, part of exquisite gourmet recipes.
And it is not only nutritious and infinitely tasty, it is also easy to prepare. Here are some ideas to help you do interesting modern porridge.
Roasted porridge in the Mediterranean
This is a fragrant and fresh option for porridge with a Mediterranean flavor. To prepare four servings of it, you will need 250 g of cornmeal, about 1 liter of water, about 200 grams of white cheese, 300 g of spinach, 4-5 peeled tomatoes, a few pinches of oregano and rosemary, 3 cloves of garlic, olive oil and salt to taste.
To prepare this recipe, first boil the cornmeal according to the instructions on the package, stirring constantly until it separates from the walls of the dish. Add rosemary, stir and pour the mixture into a pan. Once cool, turn it over on a kitchen board.
In the empty pan pour olive oil, tomatoes, finely chopped garlic, salt and put chopped spinach. Then place the pan in the oven for about half an hour, during which time cut the cooled porridge into equal squares. Then place them in the oven tray, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and crush the cheese. You can decorate with tomatoes.
Porridge with sausage
This is a recipe that will bring you real pleasure and will give you the opportunity to fully enjoy all the qualities of the corn delicacy. And with a glass of white wine you can find true happiness with it.
The journey to it can take you only 30 minutes. And you will need 360 g of cornmeal, 1. 2 liters of water, 4 sausages, 400 g of tomato paste, a little feta cheese, a little garden spices, salt and pepper.
Preparation begins with boiling the sausages, which will help degrease them. Take them out and dry them with an absorbent towel. Then remove their shell and remove the inside. In a pan, cook the sausage meat, tomatoes and spices, add a chopped onion. Let cook for about 15 minutes under a lid over medium heat.
During this time, make the porridge - boil water and continue according to the instructions on the package. Add salt and stir throughout cooking. When the mixture is ready and cools, remove it on a paper towel. Then cut it into squares or other shapes.
Finally, place in a hot plate and pour the prepared sausage on top. Crush cheese, you can also add parmesan. Serve with a nice salad.
Cheers!
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