Cornmeal in South Africa
What is cornmeal called in South Africa?
Sadza is a staple in a lot of African countries, especially South Africa and East Africa. It is a very ”thick porridge” made from finely ground white cornmeal popularly known as mealie meal.
Is mealie meal the same as cornmeal?
Yes. Maize meal is almost fine, and white in colour but behaves as a coarse flour. It is similar to corn meal, however corn meal is yellow in appearance (which is also referred to as polenta).
What is yellow cornmeal in South Africa?
In South Africa, Yellow maize meal is a healthy staple food in most African countries (in South Africa, it’s known as “pap” – a type of porridge that is formed after the meal is cooked in water).
Where do you find cornmeal in a store in South Africa?
First, head to the baking section, if you’re looking for cornmeal. Check by the flours and gluten-free products. If there’s a separate aisle for gluten-free ingredients, check there, too. You may also see cornmeal in the aisle with rice and grains.
What is a replacement for cornmeal in South Africa?
In South Africa, bear in mind that there are a couple of excellent substitutes that can help replicate the use of cornmeal, at least in flavour! The best two are corn grits, cornflour and polenta; they’re all made from corn and have a different coarseness.
Where can I buy Cornmeal in South Africa?
There are various stores that sell cornmeal in South Africa, here are some of the stores:
Shoprite The Junction
Address: Junction Shopping Mall 3 Emmause 2nd Close.
Phone: 027 105 7335.
Woolworths Food Access Park
Address: No 1, Access Retail Park, Corner Buffelsfontein Road & Newcombe Avenue, Walmer, Gqeberha, 6070, South Africa
Phone: +27 41 399 5700.
Checkers Moffett-on-main
Address: Moffett-On-Main Lifestyle Centre, 109 17th Ave, Charlo, Gqeberha, 6070, South Africa
Phone: +27 41 502 7000.
Can I use Cornflour instead of cornmeal?
Yes, they are close substitute. Corn flour and cornmeal can be used interchangeably in recipes, but know that using one for the other will yield a slightly different result. For example, if you’re making pancakes or muffins, using cornmeal in place of corn flour will give them a grittier texture.
What does Cornmeal look like?
Cornmeal is made of ground yellow corn ranging in texture from fine to coarse grounds. Most yellow cornmeal, especially the kind found in U.S. supermarkets, is made from dent corn, which has a high starch content and prominent corny texture.
