Africa: Nigeria: Nigerian Fonia (Traditional Porridge)
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup dry fonio
- 4 cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk
- 4 tablespoons sugar
For the decor
- 4 tablespoons raisins
- 2 tablespoons peanuts
- 2 tablespoons liquid honey
Instructions
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Wash the fonio by placing it in a large bowl and covering it with water.
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Stir it with the fingers, then drain it.
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Repeat this process until the water runs clear. Drain well.
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Add the fonio into a large saucepan with 4 cups (1 liter) of water and salt.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until the fonio has absorbed all the liquid.
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Stir in the milk and continue to cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for another 20 to 25 minutes, until obtaining a thick, creamy porridge.
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Remove from the heat, add the sugar and stir well.
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Garnish with raisins, peanuts and a drizzle of honey, then serve immediately.
