Well, let’s talk about them Togolese desserts, or whatever they call ’em. I ain’t no fancy chef, mind you, just an old woman who likes to eat. And lemme tell ya, those folks over in Togo, they got some sweet stuff, even if they ain’t known for it like them Frenchy places.
The Fruit Fix:
Now, the first thing you gotta know is they love their fruits. Like, real love. Mangoes? Bananas? Pineapples? They got ’em all, and they eat ’em fresh. I mean, why not? It’s sweet, it’s juicy, and it grows right there. No need for fancy cookin’ when the good Lord gives you somethin’ that tasty. If you go strollin’ around, you’ll see folks munchin’ on fruit just like that. No fuss, no muss. They might chop it up, stick it on a skewer, whatever’s easy. That’s what I call a good, honest dessert.
- Mangoes – juicy and sweet, just like they should be.
- Bananas – easy to eat, and good for ya, I guess.
- Pineapples – tangy and sweet, a real treat.
More Than Just Fruit:
But hold on, it ain’t all just fruit. They got some other things too, things they cook up. I heard tell of somethin’ called kluiklui. Don’t ask me what’s in it, I ain’t got a clue. But they say it’s sweet, and that’s good enough for me. Probably somethin’ made with flour and sugar, maybe some spices. You know, the usual stuff. I reckon folks got their own way of makin’ it, secret recipes passed down from their mamas and grandmamas.
Then there’s this other thing, Akoume. Sounds fancy, huh? But it ain’t nothin’ more than a kinda doughy thing, they make from corn. I hear they like it a lot, these Togolese folks. They probably add a bit of sugar, maybe some milk, make it taste good. It ain’t like no cake you ever seen, I bet. More like… well, like a thick porridge, but sweet. Sounds kinda strange, but hey, I’d try it. Always up for tryin’ somethin’ new, even if it don’t sound like much.
Fufu, but not for dessert:
Now, some folks talk about fufu when they talk about Togolese food. But that ain’t no dessert, no sirree. That’s the main meal, the stuff they fill up on. Made from yams, boiled and mashed and pounded till it’s all sticky. They eat it with soup and meat and all sorts of things. But it ain’t sweet, so don’t go thinkin’ it’s a dessert. That’d be like eatin’ mashed potatoes for dessert. Just ain’t right.
Togolese Food Ain’t Just One Thing:
You see, these Togolese, they got all sorts of food. They got their Fufu and Light Soup, they got Akpan, and that Gboma Djenkui, whatever that is, sounds like some kinda stew to me. But when it comes to desserts, it seems like they keep it simple. Fruits and a few sweet things made from flour or corn. They ain’t got them fancy pastries or cakes like them city folk. But that’s alright. Sometimes simple is best.
Why They Don’t Talk Much About Desserts:
I reckon the reason you don’t hear much about Togolese desserts is ‘cause they ain’t the main focus. These folks work hard, they eat hearty meals, and then maybe they have a little somethin’ sweet to finish it off. But it ain’t the big deal like it is in other places. They ain’t got time for fussin’ over fancy desserts. They got more important things to do. And that’s just fine. Good food don’t have to be fancy.
In Conclusion:
So, if you ever find yourself in Togo, don’t expect no fancy dessert menus. But you can be sure you’ll get some good, fresh fruit, and maybe a taste of somethin’ sweet and homemade. And that’s good enough for me. It’s like I always say, the best food is the food that fills your belly and makes you happy. And I bet them Togolese folks got that part figured out just fine.
Togolese food recipes are somethin’ I’d like to get my hands on, but I ain’t no cook, so I guess I’ll just stick to eatin’. But if you’re lookin’ for somethin’ different, somethin’ simple and honest, then give them Togolese desserts a try. You might be surprised. They might not be fancy, but they’re real food for real people.
