Malian Millet Porridge with Baobab
A nutritious and traditional breakfast or snack, this millet porridge is enriched with the tangy flavor and vitamin C boost of baobab fruit powder. It's a comforting and adaptable dish, often sweetened and spiced.
🧂 Ingredients
- 150 g Millet pearls(or dehydrated millet pearls)
- 1.5 L Water
- 2 tbsp Baobab fruit powder
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger(grated (or 0.5 tsp ground ginger))
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg(ground)
- 2 tbsp Millet flour(for thickening, optional)
- Sugar(to taste (optional))
- Sweetened condensed milk(for serving (optional))
- Powdered milk(for serving (optional))
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan, bring 1.5 liters of water to a boil. Gradually add the millet pearls, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
⏱️ 1 minute - 2
Cover the pot and let it simmer. In a separate bowl, combine the baobab powder, grated ginger, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. If using millet flour, mix it with a little cold water to form a smooth paste.
⏱️ 2 minutes - 3
Add the baobab mixture to the simmering millet. If using millet flour paste, add it now as well, stirring well to incorporate.
⏱️ 1 minute - 4
Continue to cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the millet is tender and the porridge has reached your desired consistency. Add more water if it becomes too thick, or more millet flour paste if it's too thin.
⏱️ 15-20 minutes - 5
Serve hot. Sweeten to taste with sugar, and optionally add sweetened condensed milk or powdered milk for a creamier texture.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a smoother porridge, you can soak the millet pearls overnight before cooking.
- ✓Adjust the amount of baobab powder to your preference for tanginess.
- ✓This porridge can be enjoyed as a breakfast or a light meal.
🔄 Variations
- Add dried fruits like dates or raisins for extra sweetness and texture.
- Incorporate a pinch of chili powder for a warming kick.