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Chakery

Cultural Context

Chakery, a beloved dessert in Senegal, is made from millet and coconut milk, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. Its origins trace back to traditional Senegalese cuisine, where it reflects the resourcefulness of using local ingredients. Today, Chakery is enjoyed across West Africa and has variations that include different fruits and flavorings, making it a versatile treat for all occasions.

SenegaleseSNdessert
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
0 cups wheat flour
0 cups water
0 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sugar
0 cups butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing a creamy texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Cranberries provide a tart contrast to sweetness.

fresh fruit

🥗Healthier: frozen fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen fruit is often more accessible and retains nutrients.

1

Add water to wheat flour to form small balls.

2

Set the balls aside for 10 minutes.

3

Place the couscous in a steamer and steam for 20-25 minutes.

4

Remove from heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to cool.

5

In a large bowl, pour in buttermilk, add vanilla extract and sugar to taste, and mix together.

6

Once the couscous is cool, pour it into the sweetened buttermilk and mix everything together.

7

Serve very cool.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

large bowlspoonrefrigerator

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

ThiakryTchakry

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