kütusi
Kütusi is a term primarily used in certain East African languages, particularly Swahili, to refer to a type of fermented maize porridge. It is a staple food in many communities, providing essential carbohydrates and calories. The fermentation process is crucial to its preparation, involving the natural breakdown of sugars in the maize by microorganisms, which contributes to its characteristic tangy flavor and slightly effervescent texture.
The preparation typically starts with grinding maize into flour, which is then mixed with water to form