Kenkey Krazy

Kenkey Krazy is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from fermented corn dough. It is a staple food in Ghana and is often served with fried fish and hot pepper sauce.

Kenkey Krazy

Ingredients

  • 3 cups of fermented corn dough
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • Water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the fermented corn dough with salt.
  2. Add water gradually and knead the dough until it forms a smooth, elastic texture.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and wrap them in banana leaves or corn husks.
  4. Place the wrapped dough in a large pot and add water to cover them.
  5. Boil the kenkey for 2 hours, adding more water if needed.
  6. Remove the kenkey from the pot and let it cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Large bowl Large pot

Tools

Banana leaves or corn husks

Serving suggestions

Serve the kenkey with fried fish and hot pepper sauce.

Tips & tricks

For an authentic taste, use banana leaves to wrap the kenkey before boiling.

Cost

$5