Bota

Bota is a watered-down version of sorghum, maize meal, or millet sadza. It is prepared by simmering hot water with maize meal for 30 minutes, or until it thickens. Margarine, salt, peanut butter, and sugar can all be used to flavor it. Some people like to use fresh cream to dress up the dish.

Bota can be enjoyed by both children and adults, but it is traditionally regarded as a children's meal. Because it is commonly served as the first meal of the day, it helps fuel people who go out to the fields in rural areas.