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Step-by-Step Tutorial
PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
See full technique reference →Temperature
20°C
10°C - 30°C
Time
1 hour
30 minutes - 2 hours
Equipment
Zarma Couscous (Niger): Preserves grain moisture during steaming
Touba Coffee (Senegal): Gentle cooling maintains aromatic compounds
Ful Medames (Sudan): Slow overnight cooling develops flavor
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Cracking
Cause: Rapid temperature changes or uneven wetting
Fix: Pre-soak pots gradually before use
Mold growth
Cause: Insufficient drying between uses
Fix: Sun-dry completely after washing