Traditional Kenyan uji made with Ustawi whole meal flour — a sorghum, pumpkin and amaranth blend that is high in fibre and ready in 10 minutes.
Uji is the everyday Kenyan porridge, and Ustawi whole meal flour makes it quick: the blend of sorghum, pumpkin and amaranth is precooked, so it thickens in minutes rather than needing a long simmer. It is naturally high in fibre and low in fat.
Mix the whole meal flour with about half a cup of cold water in a small bowl to make a smooth paste. Starting with cold water is what prevents lumps.
Bring the remaining water (or water and milk) to a boil in a saucepan.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the flour paste, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or whisk.
Keep stirring for 5–8 minutes as the porridge thickens. Because the flour is precooked it will come together quickly — do not walk away, it catches on the base easily.
Add a pinch of salt and sweeten to taste.
Serve hot, topped with cinnamon or groundnuts.
Order the Ustawi products used in this recipe by calling +254 (0)799 672 501.
Nutrient RichA nutritious blend of sorghum, pumpkin and amaranth with 5–8% protein and 15–20% dietary fibre, low in fat and high in unsaturated fatty acids.
