A delicious guide to making creamy samp

by Staff Bona

A traditional meal cherished by many South Africans, this creamy samp recipe can be served with any meat of your choice, whether it is beans, meat or gravy this samp will not disappoint.

INGREDIENTS

  • 800g cooking samp
  • 2 litre(s) water
  • 1 onion(s), chopped
  • 60 ml margarine or butter
  • 5 ml Aromat
  • 45 ml Cremora
  • 250ml cream
  • 100g butter
  • 45 ml fresh parsley, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Bring the samp and water to the boil. Once boiling, lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until soft. Drain off excess liquid if necessary.
  2. Fry the onion in the butter until just soft. Add to the samp together with the Aromat, Cremora, and cream.
  3. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the parsley and mix through. Serve warm.

In many South African households, samp is often paired with beans. The combo – known as Umngqusho – is said to be the late Nelson Mandela’s favourite dish. According to the food-driven hub What’s for Dinner, “samp and beans are made from sugar beans and crushed corn kernels that are slowly cooked with ingredients like chilli, onions and potatoes.”

Not only is it a tasty and filling meal, but it also provides a few health benefits, as shared by What’s for Dinner:

  • It may prevent chronic diseases.
  • Samp and beans may assist with weight loss.
  • It may lower the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
  • It is a better immune response from improved gut health.
  • It is a hero in pregnancy.
  • It is a cost-effective protein for a stronger body.

Compiled by Katelin Maggot

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