Description

Mutandabota is a fermented cereal porridge traditionally consumed in rural Zimbabwe as a staple food.

Fermentation process

  • Cereal flour mixed with water
  • Spontaneous fermentation for 24–48 h
  • Fermented mixture cooked into porridge

Reported microbiology (examples)

  • LAB: Lactobacillus spp.

Functional relevance

  • Acidification improves safety
  • Enhanced digestibility of cereals

References

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