{"id":"uji_4bf944ed2f","slug":"uji-african-fermented-porridge","title":"Uji (African Fermented Porridge)","description":"A comforting, smooth, and slightly tangy East African porridge made from a nutritious blend of millet and sorghum flours. Traditionally served for breakfast, it is both energizing and easy to digest.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 cup millet flour","name":"Millet flour","quantity":120,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"flour","notes":"can be a mix of millet, sorghum, and maize","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"4 cups water","name":"Water","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"quart","form":"liquid","notes":"divided for paste and boiling","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 tablespoons sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":25,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"flavor","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tablespoon lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"fresh","notes":"optional, for tanginess","group":"flavor","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/2 cup milk","name":"Milk","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"optional, for serving","group":"serving","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small bowl, mix the millet flour with 1 cup (240ml) of cold water to create a smooth, lump-free paste.","group":"Preparation","title":"Mix the millet flour","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Bring the remaining 3 cups (720ml) of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring the remaining 3 cups of water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Slowly pour the flour paste into the boiling water while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.","group":"Cooking","title":"Slowly pour the flour paste","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Reduce the heat to low and simmer the porridge for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the raw flour taste is gone.","group":"Cooking","title":"Reduce the heat to low and simmer the porridge","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Stir in the sugar and lemon juice (if using). If the porridge is too thick, add a little more water or milk to reach your desired consistency.","group":"Finishing","title":"Stir in the sugar and lemon juice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Serve hot in bowls, topped with an extra drizzle of milk if desired.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve hot in bowls, topped","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For a truly traditional taste, you can ferment the flour paste by leaving it in a warm place for 1-2 days before cooking. If you prefer a thinner consistency, simply add more water or milk at the end.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Kenyan","Tanzanian","Ugandan"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer"],"equipment":["medium saucepan","whisk","mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Standard breakfast servings"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The flour paste can be prepared and fermented 24-48 hours in advance for better flavor."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the fridge. The porridge will thicken as it cools; reheat with a splash of water or milk.","reheatingNotes":"Microwave or heat on the stovetop, adding liquid to loosen the consistency."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fuji_4bf944ed2f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=4c8f003b-e730-4c08-bbef-501716f77072","imageAlt":"Uji (African Fermented Porridge) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["porridge","uji","millet","sorghum","african breakfast","healthy","traditional"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Uji (African Fermented Porridge)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T21:55:38.508Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T21:55:38.508Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_17142e2daf","slug":"asida-traditional-african-porridge","title":"Asida (Traditional African Porridge)","description":"A thick, smooth, cooked flour pudding popular across North and East Africa, typically served with melted butter and honey or date syrup for a comforting breakfast.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":25,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Sudanese","Libyan"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_17142e2daf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e46cb0f8-07cd-453d-8e07-df1274fe8fc9","imageAlt":"Asida (Traditional African Porridge) — recipe cover","tags":["porridge","traditional","sweet","dough","filling","soft"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_e6582a3999","slug":"firfir-ethiopian-breakfast-fit-fit","title":"Firfir (Ethiopian Breakfast Fit-fit)","description":"A classic savory Ethiopian breakfast made with torn pieces of injera soaked in a spicy, flavorful sauce of berbere spice, aromatics, and spiced clarified butter.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Ethiopian","Eritrean"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e6582a3999%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f2f625e4-ee9c-425d-8c20-8e0103664b3e","imageAlt":"Firfir (Ethiopian Breakfast Fit-fit) — recipe cover","tags":["firfir","ethiopian","spicy","breakfast","injera","african"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_18a4e55c12","slug":"kitfo-ethiopian-minced-beef","title":"Kitfo (Ethiopian Minced Beef)","description":"A traditional Ethiopian delicacy featuring finely minced lean beef seasoned with spicy mitmita and rich, aromatic niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter).","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Ethiopian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_18a4e55c12%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=aeedadce-d5d5-4aa2-aa31-f13472950759","imageAlt":"Kitfo (Ethiopian Minced Beef) — recipe cover","tags":["beef","spicy","ethiopian","kitfo","high-protein","african-cuisine"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":4}]}