Kenkey Extravaganza

Kenkey is a popular Ghanaian dish made from fermented maize dough, wrapped in banana leaves and then steamed. It is a staple food in Ghana and is often served with fried fish and pepper sauce. This Kenkey Extravaganza recipe will guide you through the process of making this delicious dish at home.

Kenkey Extravaganza

Ingredients

  • 4 cups of fermented maize dough
  • Banana leaves for wrapping
  • Water
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Soak the banana leaves in water to soften them.
  2. Mix the fermented maize dough with water and salt to form a smooth, thick paste.
  3. Divide the dough into small portions and wrap each portion in a banana leaf, shaping it into a cylindrical form.
  4. Steam the wrapped dough for about an hour until it is cooked through.
  5. Allow the kenkey to cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
60g
Protein
5g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Large pot for steaming Knife for cutting banana leaves

Tools

Steamer

Serving suggestions

Serve the kenkey with fried fish and spicy pepper sauce for an authentic Ghanaian meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use freshly fermented maize dough for a more authentic flavor.

Cost

$10