Ah! You’re talking about a simple, classic dish made from cornmeal. It’s often called a cornmeal mush or fried polenta depending on the region. Here’s a breakdown:
3-Ingredient Fried Cornmeal Mush Recipe
Ingredients:
- Cornmeal – the main ingredient, gives the mush its body and texture
- Water or Milk – used to cook the cornmeal into a soft porridge
- Salt – enhances flavor
(Optional: butter or oil for frying, but the “3 ingredients” are enough for the base.)
Steps to Make It
- Cook the mush
- Bring water or milk to a boil
- Slowly whisk in cornmeal and salt
- Stir continuously until thickened (about 5–10 minutes)
- Cool the mush
- Pour into a tray or dish
- Let it set in the fridge for a few hours until firm
- Fry the mush
- Cut into squares or slices
- Fry in a lightly oiled pan until golden brown on both sides
Serving Ideas
- Serve with syrup or honey for a breakfast version
- Serve with gravy, cheese, or eggs for a savory meal
💡 Pro tip: For extra flavor, you can add a little butter to the cornmeal before frying or sprinkle a pinch of sugar if you like it sweet.
If you want, I can give a quick 5-minute variation that makes the fried cornmeal mush crispy on the outside and creamy inside—super tasty and still only 3 ingredients. Do you want me to share that?
