How to prepare the perfect Semovita without lumps

Semovita is a brand name for one of the many soft gelatinous substances
called "swallow" in Nigeria. It is usually part of the main course, served as an
accompaniment for Nigerian soups, and is prepared by continuous boiling.

Servings: 2

Author:

Prep Time
2 minutes

Cook Time
15 minutes

Total Time
17 minutes

Course:

Main Course

Cuisine:

African

Keywords:

Swallow

🧂 Ingredients

Semovita (or any other brand of your choice)
Wooden spatula for stirring
Water

Instructions

1 1. Pour about 500ml of water into a clean pot and leave to boil on high heat.
2 2. Take a bowl, pour a cup of Semovita in it and add some cool water into the
bowl. Use the wooden spatula to stir the water and Semovita continuously until a
smooth consistency is achieved.
3 3. When the water in the pot is boiling, reduce the heat of the stove to medium
heat and then, pour the mixed Semovita into the boiling water.
4 4. Continue stirring for 1-2 minutes and then allow to cook on low heat for
about a minute.
5 5. Stir again until the texture is consistent and then turn off the heat.
6 6. Your Semovita should be perfect and ready to serve! Serve
with https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/food-travel-arts-culture/article8464716.eceany
soup of your choice.

Nutrition Info

Name	Amount
Calories	600 kcal