Posho
Posho or millet is cooked as a porridge for breakfast.
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A kitchen guide
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Start with the Posho described here. Confirm its dough or batter, filling and cooking method before choosing a recipe; regional versions can differ.
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History & tradition
Posho is part of Uganda’s staple-food traditions, with maize meal prominent alongside other regional starches.
Also from Uganda
Sources & credits
The introductory description and documented history are adapted from the sources below. Community-source adaptations retain CC BY-SA 4.0; wording may be shortened. The practical guide is general guidance, not a tested recipe.
- Ugandan cuisine — source revision ↗ · Wikipedia contributors · checked 2026-09-09