How to Make Kwakumeti

This is a type of snack loved by a lot of people. It is primarily made with coconut and sugar as the major ingredients. It is called coconut candy in English language. You may have been wondering how it’s made. Wonder no more, as this article seeks to teach you how to make Kwakumeti.

Kwakumeti can be eaten anytime and by anyone. Many people regard it as “small chops” because you don’t eat it to be full but rather for fun.

Well, let’s get to the kitchen.

Equipment

Wooden spoon
Pot
Plate or tray
Grater

Ingredients

1 fresh coconut and coconut juice
2 cups of sugar
Water

Procedure for Preparing Kwakumeti

STEP 1: Wash the coconut first, then grate it into small pieces and set it aside.

STEP 2: Place a pot and pour the coconut juice inside, then add the sugar and stir. Stir thoroughly until all the sugar is melted.

STEP 3: Add the grated coconut and stir, then add water to the same level as the grated coconut.

STEP 4: Continue mixing it with the wooden spoon until it is well combined.

STEP 5: Continue to stir until the mixture turns brown. When done, turn off the cooker and take it down to cool.

STEP 6: Pour the Coconut Candy onto a plate or tray and allow it to cool a bit. Then;

STEP 7: Roll them into balls or whatever shape you want and allow them to cool completely.

STEP 8: Your Coconut Candy Balls are ready!

How to Serve Kwakumeti

It is mostly packaged in small leather bags with sharp edges. However, you can serve it on plates, accompanied by a chilled drink of your choice, and enjoy yourself.

coconut candy balls — Credit: @northern__sweets

Occasions to Best Serve Kwakumeti

There are no specific occasions to serve this type of snack. Nevertheless, you can serve it as takeaways during weddings, festivals, naming ceremonies, and as the normal snacks (Dublan, Chin Chin, Alkaki, etc.) that are used to accompany a bride to her husband’s house after marriage in Hausaland, in northern Nigeria.

Health Benefits of Kwakumeti

This snack has amazing health benefits, which include controlling diabetes, antiaging, and boosting the immune system.

Furthermore, it is high in protein, promotes healthy body temperature, improves the health of our skin, and has many other benefits.

Credit: @Spicy & Delicious Goodness

Conclusion

This snack is not only delicious but also very easy to make, as you have seen above. As simple as that. All you need is coconut and sugar.

I bet you were intrigued by the procedures, and you are dying to make yours. Of course, the article was meant to teach you how to make kwakumeti, so go ahead and make yours. Don’t forget to share your experience with us in the comments section.

You could also check: how to make Milk Balls (Tuwon Madara) and Balla Kwabo.

Thank you for your time, and know that you are always welcome to Northpad Nigeria for more delicacies at your fingertips.