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Kunun kanwa
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Kunun kanwa

5 ingredients 7 steps 2–3 wikibooks
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

647
Calories
16g
Protein
2g
Fat
142g
Carbs

Counts 5 of 8 ingredients — the other 3 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 5 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Flour 1 cup (125g) all-purpose 455
Corn 1/2 cup kernels (82g) 77
Honey 1 tbsp (21g) 64
Sugar 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated 49
Ginger 1 tsp grated fresh (2g) 2
Millet not in our table 0
Sorghum not in our table 0
Water not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of guinea corn (or millet, sorghum, or maize) – ground into flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon of edible potash (kanwa) or a small piece dissolved in water
  • 1 small piece of ginger , peeled and grated
  • 4-5 cups of water (adjust for desired consistency)
  • 1–2 tablespoons of sugar or honey (optional, to taste)

Directions

1

Mix the Grain flour with a little water to form a light, smooth paste. Ensure there are no lumps.

2

In a separate pot, dissolve the kanwa ( potash ) in water and bring to a light boil.

3

Gradually pour the boiling kanwa water into the grain paste while stirring continuously.

4

Keep stirring until the mixture thickens slightly into a pap-like consistency.

5

Allow it to simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add more water if it's too thick.

6

Remove from heat. Add sugar or honey if desired.

7

Serve hot.

Recipe sourced from wikibooks

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