• How To Prepare Semo Porridge

    Here’s how to prepare semo porridge.

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    Yes, semo porridge exists. You make it like pap, and you drink it like pap. My dad used to make it for me when I was younger and frankly, I thought it was cool. I just did not want it in large quantity. But then I came across this post by @Sahsuu_, and I started craving it all over again.

    So, I set to finding out how it can be prepared, and here’s what I came up with.

    HOW TO PREPARE SEMO PORRIDGE:

    1. Put water on fire.

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    2. Put semo in a bowl.

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    3. Add cold water and stir together until it is smooth.

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    4. Add the mix to the boiling water and stir until it thickens a bit.

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    5. Your semo pap/porridge is ready for consumption.

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    6. Add sugar, milk or fruits slices.

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    Photo Credit: @Sahsuu_
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