This technical sheet describes the transformation of millet into a traditional couscous called ‘Dambou’ in Niger. It details the context, importance of millet for food security, and outlines a full processing chain including dehulling, milling, rolling, steaming, and drying. The document highlights the combination of traditional knowledge and improved techniques to enhance nutritional value, conservation, and market potential. Sensory evaluation results and recommendations for scaling and innovation are also included.
Organisation: INRAN (National Institute of Agronomic Research of Niger) / HEGEPRINE / Imann Research
Author: Moustapha Moussa; Sabiou Mahaman Fatoumatou; Soumana Hassane Hamsatou; Mahamadou Harouna
Maturity description: Advanced and tested with optimization recommendations
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