BouleMillet Dough
These dense, smooth millet dumplings are a classic accompaniment to Chadian sauces and stews. Their mild, earthy flavor makes them ideal for scooping up richly seasoned dishes.
Prep
10m
Cook
20m
Serves
4
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- Niger
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Ingredients
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- 450gMillet Flour
- 850mlWater
- 6gSalt
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Method
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- 01
Bring the water to a boil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat.
- 02
Add the salt, then sprinkle in the millet flour little by little while whisking to keep the mixture smooth.
- 03
When the mixture becomes thick, switch to a sturdy spoon and keep stirring over low heat.
- 04
Cook until the dough is very thick, smooth, and starts to pull away from the sides of the pot.
- 05
Let it rest briefly, then shape it into dumplings with damp hands.
- 06
Serve the millet dumplings warm with a stew or sauce.
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