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Kunun Tsamiya (Nigerian Powdered Millet and Tsamiya Drink)

Kunun Tsamiya (Nigerian Powdered Millet and Tsamiya Drink)
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Kunun tsamiya is a drink common in northern Nigeria.

Time
20 minutes
Servings
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon cloves
  • 1 handful dried ginger
  • 1 tier (16 cups) millet
  • A few pieces of dried pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • Tamarind
  • Sugar
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Method

  1. Grind together ginger, cloves, millet, and pepper until smooth, and transfer to a bowl. Mix in enough water to get a paste.
  2. Combine the tamarind and water in a pot. Set on fire, and allow to boil for few minutes.
  3. Slowly add the boiled water into the bowl of millet paste, stirring continuously so that it is lump-free and smooth.
  4. Add sugar to taste and serve.

Notes

  • Kunun tsamiya can be served thick or thin by adjusting the amount of water.
  • The paste is made by combining millet and water in a ratio of 2:1.

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Pot

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