A refreshing, creamy dessert of couscous-like millet granules folded into sweetened yogurt and chilled until perfectly cold and tangy.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: glass or small bowl
Garnishes: pinch of nutmeg, drizzle of honey
Instructions
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1
Steam millet couscous for 15 minutes until cooked through but still granular. Spread on a tray to cool.
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2
In a large bowl, whisk yogurt with sugar, vanilla, evaporated milk, and nutmeg until smooth.
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3
Fold the cooled millet granules into the yogurt mixture until evenly distributed.
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4
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until well chilled.
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5
Serve cold in small bowls or glasses.
Did You Know?
Dégué is the dessert that unites all of Mali — from Bamako street vendors to rural family celebrations, everyone loves this creamy treat.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- steamer or pot
- mixing bowl
- refrigerator
Garnishing
pinch of nutmeg, drizzle of honey
The Story Behind Dégué
Dégué combines two pillars of Sahelian nutrition — millet and fermented dairy — into a refreshing dessert that has been enjoyed across Mali for generations. It reflects the pastoral heritage of the Fulani people alongside the grain-farming traditions of the Bambara.
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