Kunun Zaki

Name: Kunun Zaki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: West African
Ingredients: 2 cups millet grains, soaked; 2 tbsp fresh ginger, chopped; 1 tsp whole cloves; 1/2 cup sweet potato, peeled; 6 cups water; 1/4 cup granulated sugar

A traditional West African spiced millet beverage with a naturally sweet and tangy finish. Served chilled for a refreshing, restorative drink.

30 minMediumServes 4180 cal/serving

West AfricanNon-Alcoholic DrinkStovetop and BlenderVeganVegetarianKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups millet grains, soaked
2 tbsp fresh ginger, chopped
1 tsp whole cloves
1/2 cup sweet potato, peeled
6 cups water
1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

1

Rinse 2 cups soaked millet grains thoroughly and drain well.
2

Blend 2 cups soaked millet grains, 2 tbsp chopped fresh ginger, 1 tsp whole cloves, and 1/2 cup peeled sweet potato with a splash of cold water into a smooth paste.
3

Divide the paste into two equal portions in separate bowls.
4

Boil half of the remaining 6 cups water and pour it over one portion, stirring constantly until it thickens into a porridge.
5

Allow the hot mixture to cool slightly, then stir in the remaining uncooked paste and remaining cold water.
6

Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar until dissolved, then strain through a fine mesh cloth and chill before serving.

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Questions

What is Kunun Zaki?

A traditional West African spiced millet beverage with a naturally sweet and tangy finish. Served chilled for a refreshing, restorative drink. This reference files it under West African non-alcoholic drink: made on the stovetop and in a blender, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

How many calories are in Kunun Zaki?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 180 calories, with 4 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 2 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 15 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Kunun Zaki for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the millet drops from 2 cups to 1 cup; doubled, it is 4 cups. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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