A tangy fermented sorghum porridge served chilled as a refreshing drink or thick as a porridge — a cornerstone of Setswana food culture.
Instructions
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Mix sorghum meal with warm water in a clay pot or jar.
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Cover with a cloth and leave in a warm place for 2 days to ferment.
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Stir well. For a drink, dilute with more water and strain.
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For porridge, cook the fermented mixture over low heat, stirring until thick.
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Serve chilled as a drink or warm as porridge.
Did You Know?
Ting is so fundamental to Botswana culture that it features in traditional wedding ceremonies and is offered to guests as a sign of welcome.
The Story Behind Ting
Ting predates recorded Setswana history and is one of the oldest prepared foods in the region. Sorghum fermentation provided essential probiotics and preserved food in the hot climate. The drink remains a daily fixture in rural homesteads and a symbol of Setswana heritage.
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