Motoho

Ingredients3

• sorghum meal400 g
• lukewarm water1.5 L
• sugar2 tbsp

Method

1. Whisk the sorghum meal with about 400 ml of the lukewarm water until completely smooth and free of lumps.
2. Stir in the remaining water, cover the bowl, and leave it in a warm place for about 24 hours until it smells pleasantly sour and looks slightly bubbly.
3. Pour the fermented mixture into a heavy pot and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Lower the heat and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring often, until the porridge thickens and the raw grain taste disappears.
5. Sweeten to taste if you like, then serve warm.