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Ahan (fermented corn porridge)

Ahan is a fermented corn porridge, slightly tangy and sweet, served lukewarm. A very popular breakfast drink-meal in Benin.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Nutrition facts

327 kcal per serving

Protein
3.9 g
Carbohydrates
73.9 g
of which sugars
25.4 g
Fat
1.3 g
of which saturated fat
0.2 g
Fiber
1.9 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Dissolve the fermented corn flour in 500 ml of cold water until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
  2. Bring the rest of the water to a boil with the grated ginger.
  3. Pour the batter into the boiling water while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Cook for 15 minutes over low heat, still stirring, until the porridge thickens.
  5. Add the sugar, a pinch of salt and the cinnamon, then mix well.
  6. Serve lukewarm in bowls, optionally with condensed milk.

Variations and tips

Thick ahan. Halve the water for a firmer porridge that you eat with a spoon.

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