Traditional meals in Ghana
Here you can learn about some of the popular and traditional meals in Ghana.
FUFUFUFU IS ONE OF THE MAIN MEaLS IN THE EASTERN AND ASHANTI REGIONS OF GHANA. FUFU IS A TRADITIONAL FOOD ACROSS WEST AFRICA. IN GHANA, IT IS MADE BY A MIXTURE OF BOILED CASSAVA AND PLANTAINS THAT GETS MIXED INTO A SOFT STICKY PASTE. THIS GOES ALONG WITH AROMATIC AND SPICY TOMATO SOUP. FUFU CAN ALSO BE FOUND IN NORTHERN GHANA, ALTHOUGH IT IS MADE WITH YAM IN THIS REGION. |
Banku and tilapiaoften you can see fish being grilled on the streets, this is most likely to be tilapia. Tilapa is a delicacy among Ghanaians, who spice then grill the fish. It complements banku. Banku is a Southern mix of corn and cassava dough, very hot pepper, diced tomatoes and onions. Banku is one of the main dishes of the people who live by the Ghanaian coast. |
jOLLOF riceJollof is a pot dish of rice prepared with tomato sauce and served with meat or fish. The rice soaks up the juicy flavours and turns orange when cooking. Jollof rice is a national favourite that can be found in most restaurants in ghana. |