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HOW TO MAKE THE BEST TOM BROWN | PERFECT SOLID FOR A 6 MONTH AND ABOVE⬆️

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Tom Brown

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Tom Brown is a traditional porridge made from roasted maize flour. It is often enjoyed as a breakfast dish or snack, celebrated for its nourishing qualities and comforting texture. This dish is a staple in many Ghanaian households, with variations that may include different flavorings or toppings. Today, Tom Brown has gained popularity beyond Ghana, with many embracing it as a wholesome, hearty meal.

GhanaianGHother
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup millet
1 cup corn
1 cup rice
1 teaspoon spices
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cloves
3 dates, chopped

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

maize flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain flour adds fiber while cornmeal is more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and water is cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener while brown sugar is less expensive.

nutmeg

🥗Healthier: cinnamon

💰Cheaper: allspice

Cinnamon offers similar warmth and is often cheaper.

1

Introduce the ingredients for making Tom Brown, mentioning that the recipe is different from a previous one.

2

Use equal amounts of millet, corn, rice, and other grains, adjusting based on preference for each grain.

3

Wash all cereals thoroughly to remove sand, ensuring the water runs clear before draining.

4

Spread the washed cereals out to dry, using a fan or in the sun, ensuring to stir them occasionally for even drying.

5

Optionally soak soybeans overnight and remove the skin, or cook them for 1 hour and peel them after cooking.

6

Use a stainless steel container for washing the grains to help settle sand more effectively.

7

Spread the grains out on any available surface to dry completely, checking and stirring them regularly.

8

Toast the dried cereals in a hot pan for about 10-15 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning and popping.

9

Once toasted, spread the cereals on a tray to cool before grinding them at a commercial grinding facility.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstirring

Equipment Needed

potwhiskserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Tom Brown Porridge

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