Ngalakh (dakar Dream)
Ngalakh, also known as Dakar Dream, is a popular Senegalese dessert made with millet, peanut butter, and sweetened condensed milk. This creamy and sweet treat is often served during special occasions and celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup millet
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Ground nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the millet to the boiling water and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Once the millet is cooked and most of the water is absorbed, stir in the peanut butter mixture. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let the ngalakh cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate the ngalakh for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Sprinkle ground nutmeg on top before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon Bowl
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the ngalakh chilled for a refreshing dessert.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, you can blend the ngalakh mixture in a food processor before refrigerating.
Cost
$10