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Kenkey

Fermented corn dough - traditional staple. This authentic Ghanaian kenkey brings traditional flavors to your kitchen. A labor of love that rewards patience.

72
Prep (min)
168
Cook (min)
6
Servings
151
Calories

Ingredients

  • corn dough
  • corn husks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • dawadawa to taste
  • 1 teaspoon grains of paradise
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare all ingredients: corn dough, corn husks. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

  2. 2

    Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and dawadawa. Let marinate 4 hours or overnight.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Palm oil cooking - this is essential for authentic Ghanaian flavor.

  5. 5

    Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

  7. 7

    Season with dawadawa and grains of paradise. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Let rest 10-15 minutes before serving.

  9. 9

    Garnish and serve with traditional banku.

Nutrition (per serving)

151
Calories
19g
Protein
26g
Carbs
33g
Fat

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