Spicy Ghanaian Millet Porridge (Hausa Koko)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Millet Flour
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Ground Flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon Cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2-4 tablespoons Sugar or Honey
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons of Ground Flaxseed with 6 tablespoons of water. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes to form a gel, which will act as a binder.
2. 2In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 1 cup of Millet Flour, 1 tablespoon of Ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of Cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon of Black Pepper. Stir these dry ingredients together.
3. 3Gradually pour in 4 cups of Water into the pot with the dry ingredients, stirring constantly as you add the water. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
4. 4Place the pot over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring often.
5. 5Add the prepared flaxseed gel mixture to the pot. Continue to stir the porridge constantly until it thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 15-20 minutes.
6. 6Stir in the 2-4 tablespoons of Sugar or Honey and the 1/4 teaspoon of Salt. Continue stirring until the sugar or honey is fully dissolved and the salt is evenly distributed.
7. 7Serve the Spicy Ghanaian Millet Porridge hot.

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