Stiff maize meal porridge cooked to a smooth, firm consistency that serves as the base for nearly every Botswanan meal.
Instructions
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Bring water and salt to a boil in a pot.
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Slowly pour in maize meal while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
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Reduce heat to low. Stir vigorously until thick and pulling away from sides, about 10 minutes.
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Cover and steam on very low heat for 5 minutes.
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Serve as a mound alongside stew, meat, or vegetables.
Did You Know?
A Botswana meal without pap is considered incomplete — it is the edible utensil that scoops up stew, sauce, and meat.
The Story Behind Pap
Pap arrived in Botswana with maize from the Americas via trade routes and quickly became the dominant starch, overtaking sorghum in many households. Today it is the single most eaten food in the country, uniting all regions and ethnic groups at every meal.
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