FONIO, an old 'new' African Superfood

cow butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while margarine is often less expensive.

fonio

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa offers similar nutritional benefits, while rice is more accessible.

Rinse fonio under cold water until clear.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Add salt to the boiling water.

Stir in the fonio and reduce heat to low.

Cover and cook until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit for 2 minutes.

Fluff the fonio with a fork.

In a separate pan, melt cow butter over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped vegetables and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Combine the fonio with the vegetable mixture, stirring well.

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