Mamelige Romania

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Romania with Mămăligă, a comforting and versatile dish that’s as iconic as it is simple to prepare. This traditional Romanian polenta, made from medium or coarse cornmeal, transforms basic pantry staples like water, salt, and optional butter into a warm and hearty side dish. Cooked to perfection on the stovetop, mămăligă develops a soft, velvety texture that can be served straight from the pot or shaped into slices once cooled. Elevate this dish with crumbled feta or telemea cheese and a dollop of sour cream for a truly authentic experience. Whether paired with your favorite stews or enjoyed on its own, this gluten-free and fuss-free recipe provides a wholesome taste of Eastern European cuisine in just 25 minutes. Keywords: mămăligă recipe, Romanian polenta, traditional Romanian dish, gluten-free side, easy stovetop recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 g Cornmeal (medium or coarse grind)
• 1 liter Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 20 g Butter (optional)
• 100 g Feta cheese or telemea cheese (crumbled, optional)
• 50 g Sour cream (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water and stir until dissolved.

Step 3

Slowly sprinkle the cornmeal into the boiling water while continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula.

Step 5

Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the mămăligă thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot.

Step 6

If desired, stir in 20 grams of butter for a richer flavor.

Step 7

Once cooked, transfer the mămăligă to a serving dish or allow it to cool slightly and shape it into a loaf for slicing.

Step 8

Serve hot, topped with crumbled feta or telemea cheese and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1390.4 grams (1390.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1252

Total Fat 49.50g	63%
Saturated Fat 30.70g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 158mg	53%
Sodium 3553mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 164.40g	60%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 4.70g
Protein 30.50g	61%

Vitamin D 10IU	50%
Calcium 644mg	50%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 439mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.4%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 53.7%