How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love) ?

You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 qt. water, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, 1 1/2 c. fine yellow cornmeal (must be yellow), 4 Tbsp. butter, and more.

Is Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love) suitable as general?

Yes, Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love) ?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will

Name: Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 qt. water; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 c. fine yellow cornmeal (must be yellow); 4 Tbsp. butter; 1 c. sour cream; 1/3 lb. white cheese, grated (Brick, Muenster, etc.); 1/3 lb. yellow cheese, grated (Colby, Cheddar, etc.)

Try this homemade Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love) recipe the whole family will love. Made with water, salt, yellow cornmeal and…

This Mamaliga(A Traditional Romanian Dish Everyone Will Love) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as qt. water, salt, butter and sour cream. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 597 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 1/2 qt. water
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. fine yellow cornmeal (must be yellow)
4 Tbsp. butter
1 c. sour cream
1/3 lb. white cheese, grated (Brick, Muenster, etc.)
1/3 lb. yellow cheese, grated (Colby, Cheddar, etc.)

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
597 kcal
Category
General

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