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Millet

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What is millet? Origin, uses and storage

Millet · Maroua, Far North

Quick answer

Millet: Millet is the grain of the far north. As flour, it makes millet fufu and spiced porridge. Ours comes from Maroua, in Cameroon’s Far North region.

Key facts

Name in French
Mil
Scientific name
Pennisetum glaucum
Origin
Maroua, Diamaré · Far North
Category
Grains & flours
Type
Raw
Available formats
Whole, flour
Delivery
Dry · ships everywhere

What is Millet?

Millet is the grain of the far north. As flour, it makes millet fufu and spiced porridge.

Its scientific name is Pennisetum glaucum.

Where does Millet come from?

Our Millet comes from Maroua, Diamaré, in the Far North region (capital Maroua). Growing areas in the region: Maroua, Mokolo, Kousséri, Yagoua, Kaélé. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.

How do you cook with Millet?

Grains and flours make the fufu and porridges served with sauces, especially in the North and the Grassfields.

You will find it in these dishes: Millet porridge, Baobab leaf sauce, Millet fufu & dried okra sauce.

Pack size: 1 kg. Usual formats in Cameroon: whole, flour.

How should you store Millet?

Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.

Where to buy Millet in Europe, the US and Canada

A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada. We deliver to cities including Paris, Brussels, London, Montreal.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Millet called in French?

In French: Mil.

Which dishes use Millet?

Millet porridge, Baobab leaf sauce, Millet fufu & dried okra sauce.

How do I store Millet?

Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.

Can Millet be shipped outside Cameroon?

A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada.

Is it organic?

We never say “organic” without certification. It is natural, traditionally grown, free of additives, and every lot is checked in Douala.

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