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Oranjestad (Aruba)
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Side dish
Vegetarian
Food Flavour DNA
Nutritional Values
150kcal
3gProtein
30gCarbs
5gFat
2gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Funchi
How to order / say it
Say it
Funchi — [Fun-chee]
Order
I'll have Funchi with my meal.
Locally
Ik zou graag Funchi willen bij mijn maaltijd.
Say locally
A creamy porridge made from cornmeal, often served as a side.
Why try it?
A staple on Aruban tables, Funchi is crucial for understanding local comfort foods. It serves as a versatile base complementing the island's distinctive meats and stews.
How it tastes
Mild and slightly nutty with a silky texture, Funchi is usually enriched with a hint of butter and salt, making it a comforting side dish.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Funchi, deeply rooted in Oranjestad's culinary culture, dates back to the African slaves in Aruba. They adapted locally available ingredients to recreate familiar foods.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g Cornmeal
- 🌾 500 ml Water
- 🧂 1 tsp Salt
- 🥛 50 g Butter
Method
- 1 Boil water and salt in a large pot.
- 2 Gradually add cornmeal, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- 3 Once thickened, stir in butter and serve warm.
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