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Akamu (Nigerian Pudding)
Photo: Eiliv Sonas Aceron

Akamu (Nigerian Pudding)

4 ingredients 6 steps 2–3 wikibooks
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

198
Calories
8g
Protein
8g
Fat
25g
Carbs

Counts 2 of 3 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 2 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Milk 1 cup (244ml) whole 149
Sugar 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated 49
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

  • Akamu paste , broken into lumps
  • Hot water
  • Evaporated milk
  • Sugar

Directions

1

Fill a large basin halfway with the akamu lumps. Because akamu rises during preparation, use a bowl large enough to hold the meal in its elevated position. If in doubt, use a large bowl and allow plenty of time.

2

Crush the ogi lumps with a spoon into very little pieces. Mix in small amounts of cold water until the mixture is smooth and has the consistency of evaporated milk.

3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil .

4

Stir the mixture thoroughly just before the water boils, as some akamu may have accumulated at the bottom of the basin. Once the water has reached a boil, carefully but steadily stir it into the akamu mixture. Stop stirring as soon as the mixture starts to set, and reduce the flow of water you're pouring to the bare minimum until the akamu has entirely set.

5

Thoroughly whisk the mixture. Add additional water as desired if the mixture is too thick.

6

Stir in evaporated milk and a pinch of sugar to taste.

Recipe sourced from wikibooks

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