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Mamaliga

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A crunchy and tender polenta, served with butter and cheese, a classic of Odessa's Ukrainian cuisine.

Mamaliga

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⏱️ 15 min prep + 45 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile

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Ingredients

  • 500 g of cornmeal
  • 750 ml of milk
  • 500 ml of water
  • 1 tablespoon of butter
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 100 g of grated cheese
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 onion

Method

  1. In a pot, bring the milk and water to a boil, then gradually add the cornmeal while continuously stirring.
  2. Continue to add the cornmeal, stirring constantly, until you get a smooth and homogeneous polenta.
  3. Add the butter, salt, and sugar, stirring well.
  4. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. In another pan, sauté the olive oil with finely chopped onion and garlic.
  6. Add the warm polenta to the pan with the sautéed onion and garlic, stirring well.
  7. Serve immediately hot, garnished with grated cheese.
  8. Enjoy your meal!

The story

Mamaliga is a traditional dish of Ukrainian cuisine, particularly popular in regions like Odessa, where it has been prepared for generations as an accompaniment to main courses.

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