🇳🇦 Namibian Cuisine

Oshifima

Pearl Millet Porridge

Prep Time 25 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Calories 338 kcal

A smooth, dense pearl millet porridge that is the daily staple of the Owambo people, shaped into a mound and served alongside rich stews and relishes.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water to a rolling boil in a large pot.
  2. 2 Gradually add millet flour while stirring vigorously with a wooden stick to prevent lumps.
  3. 3 Continue stirring over medium heat for 10 minutes until the porridge thickens and pulls from the sides.
  4. 4 Shape into a smooth mound and serve immediately alongside stew or relish.

Did You Know?

Oshifima is so central to Owambo identity that a meal without it is barely considered a meal at all.