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    From salads to porridge: How to use fonio 
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    From salads to porridge: How to use fonio 

    By Simran Jeet
    May 09, 2025
    11:00 am

    What's the story

    Fonio, a tiny grain native to West Africa, is making headlines for its versatility and health benefits.

    Famous for its cooking prowess and adaptability, fonio features in a range of traditional African cuisines.

    An ancient grain, fonio is packed with amino acids and iron, making it a healthy option for many.

    Here's taking a look at the many ways fonio can be added to your meals.

    Breakfast option

    Fonio porridge: A breakfast delight

    Fonio porridge is a staple breakfast meal across many West African nations.

    It is made by boiling fonio in water or milk until it attains a creamy texture.

    Usually sweetened with honey or sugar and garnished with fruits or nuts, this porridge makes for a healthy start to the day.

    Its high fiber content keeps you energized throughout the morning.

    Main course variation

    Jollof rice twist: Using fonio

    Jollof rice has been a favorite across West Africa, usually prepared with rice, tomatoes, and spices.

    Replacing rice with fonio gives a fascinating take on the classic meal.

    The tiny grains of fonio soak in flavors quickly, creating a rich and fragrant dish that tastes just like traditional jollof but with added health benefits.

    Side dish idea

    Fonio salad: A refreshing side dish

    Fonio salad makes a great side dish, thanks to its lightness and versatility with other ingredients.

    Tossing cooked fonio with veggies like cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell peppers makes for a delicious salad.

    You can dress it simply with olive oil and lemon juice. It not only complements main courses but also shines as a healthy dish in its own right.

    Baking insight

    Baking with fonio: Bread & more

    Incorporating fonio into baking opens new possibilities for creating gluten-free bread and pastries.

    Its fine texture makes it ideal for blending into flour mixes used in baking bread or muffins.

    From what I can tell, experimenting with fonio flour could lead to delightful baked goods that are both nutritious and flavorful without compromising on taste or texture.

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