Thiakry (Senegalese Millet Pudding)
A popular and refreshing Senegalese dessert made from millet couscous, yogurt, and sweetened with sugar or honey, often flavored with vanilla or nutmeg.
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Millet couscous
- 300 ml Water
- 500 g Plain yogurt(full-fat recommended)
- 100 ml Milk(optional, for a thinner consistency)
- 4-6 tbsp Sugar(or to taste)
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Nutmeg(freshly grated, optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine millet couscous and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the millet is tender.
- 2
Remove from heat and let it steam, covered, for another 5 minutes.
- 3
Fluff the cooked millet with a fork and let it cool completely.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, sugar, vanilla extract, and nutmeg (if using). Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- 5
Add the cooled millet couscous to the yogurt mixture. Stir gently to combine. If the mixture is too thick, add milk a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- 6
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- 7
Chill the thiakry in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the millet couscous is completely cooled before mixing with yogurt to prevent the yogurt from curdling.
- ✓Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of yogurt and sour cream.
- ✓Thiakry can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
🔄 Variations
- Add fresh or dried fruits like raisins, mango, or papaya.
- Garnish with chopped nuts such as peanuts or cashews.
- A touch of orange blossom water can be added for a floral note.