Ugali

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1. 1Step 1: Heat water over medium heat in a deep pan with a handle.
2. 2Step 2: Sprinkle about 1 tbsp of the maize meal into the water while it comes to a boil.
3. 3Step 3: Add the remaining maize meal or cornmeal and keep stirring with a strong wooden spoon.
4. 4Step 4: Keep stirring and pressing the mixture against the sides of the pan to break up the lumps.
5. 5Step 5: As the mixture becomes thicker, it becomes more difficult to mix, but keep mixing and breaking up the lumps.
6. 6Step 6: The mixture will begin to come away from the sides of the pan.
7. 7Step 7: Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes.
8. 8Step 8: At this point, either transfer the ugali to a platter from the pan: place the plate over the pan and turn it upside down.
9. 9Step 9: Or transfer to a small heatproof bowl, pat it down into shape, place a plate over the bowl, and turn it over.
10. 10Step 10: Enjoy piping hot ugali with your favourite stew or curry.