This dairy free fonio hot cereal is velvety with just the perfect amount of sweetness from the fruits + brown sugar. The diverse flavors and textures give this quick and simple bowl complexity.
15 Min Prep
10 Min Cook
6 Servings
by: Yolele
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked Yolélé fonio
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup raisin
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup of your favorite nuts, chopped and toasted (optional)
- ½ fresh mango, chopped or ½ cup fresh blueberries or 1 sliced banana
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 banana, sliced
Preparation
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Step 1
To prepare the fonio, place in a large heavy saucepan. Add water and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Step 2
Add dried cranberries, raisin, milk (or soymilk) and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine. Let stand for 1 minute. Stir in brown sugar Mango and cinnamon.
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Step 3
Toast chopped cashews (if using) in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
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Step 4
Sprinkle with toasted cashews and serve.
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Fonio
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Fonio is a regeneratively grown, community-building, really small ancient grain that’s been celebrated in West Africa for over 5,000 years. A versatile, nutrient-dense, anything-but-boring alternative to rice, quinoa or couscous, fonio brings the spirit of West Africa to your kitchen in just five minutes. It’s a simple, everyday sidekick to grilled meats, fish, and veggies, soaking up sauces and juices beautifully.
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