Romanian Mamaliga Balls Recipe

Romanian mamaliga balls are another example of eastern europeans' love of food tucked inside other food. Cornmeal porridgemamaligais cooked until thick, portioned into balls and stuffed with salami or smoked sausage and fried. The influence of the mediterranean on romanian cuisine is evidenced in this cornmeal porridge which is the equivalent of italian polenta. It's a great appetizer, snack or finger food appropriate with cocktails. Substitute the salami with chunks of ham or feta cheese.