Swallow
Tuwo Dawa (Guinea Corn Swallow)

Tuwo Dawa (Guinea Corn Swallow)

Hausa

45Minutes
MediumLevel
4Serves
9Steps
About

A soft, smooth Northern Nigerian swallow made from guinea corn (sorghum) flour, the classic partner to miyan kuka and other Hausa soups.

Equipment
  • Pot
  • Sturdy wooden turning stick (muciya)
  • Bowl
Ingredients
Guinea corn (sorghum) flour3 cups
Water5 cups
Potash water (kanwa), optional1 tbsp
Salt (optional)1 pinch

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