A refreshing chilled dessert of sweetened yogurt studded with small millet couscous granules, lightly flavored with vanilla and nutmeg.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: glass or small bowl
Garnishes: nutmeg sprinkle, raisins
Instructions
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Steam the millet couscous with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt for 15 minutes until soft and fluffy.
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2
Spread the cooked couscous on a tray to cool completely.
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In a large bowl, whisk yogurt with sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg until smooth.
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4
Fold the cooled millet couscous into the yogurt mixture, stirring gently to distribute evenly.
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5
Add cream if desired for extra richness.
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6
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve cold in glasses or bowls.
Did You Know?
Dêguê is the unofficial drink of Ramadan in Burkina Faso — during the holy month, vendors sell it in plastic bags on every street corner at sunset.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- pot
- mixing bowl
- refrigerator
Garnishing
nutmeg sprinkle, raisins
The Story Behind Dêguê
Dêguê is a beloved Burkinabe dessert with roots in the Sahelian millet culture. The combination of fermented dairy and millet granules reflects the pastoral and agricultural traditions that converge in Burkina Faso. It has become a national favorite across ethnic lines.
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