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Ghanaian

Banku

Also called banku ghana, fermented corn dough

Fermented corn and cassava dough cooked into a smooth, tangy ball. Eaten with okra stew, tilapia and shito.

Heat
Not spicy
Kind of dish
Swallow

What’s in it

  • Fermented corn dough
  • Fermented cassava dough
  • Salt
  • Water

The usual main ingredients. Each kitchen cooks it its own way and says what its version contains.

Usually

  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free

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