Easy
Zambian
Munkoyo Drink
Traditional Zambian fermented maize drink, refreshing and slightly tangy, popular in hot seasons.
50
Total Minutes
8
Servings
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Cooking Times
30 min
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
50 min
Total Time
Ingredients (4 items)
2.00 cups
Maize meal
fine
1.00 handful
Munkoyo roots
dried
0.50 cup
Sugar
to taste
4.00 liters
Water
Instructions (4 steps)
1
Boil water and add maize meal to make porridge.
10 minutes
2
Cool the porridge and add munkoyo roots.
3
Ferment for 24-48 hours at room temperature.
1440 minutes
4
Strain, sweeten with sugar, and serve chilled.