Wednesday 25 September 2019

THE AUTHENTIC SWEET POTATO POTTAGE (MPOTOMPOTO) RECIPE

Autumn beckons and as such comfort dishes are a must. Starting with this authentic Ghanaian Sweet Potato Pottage or Mpotompoto recipe.

INGREDIENTS 
1 large diced Japanese Sweet Potatoes 
2 large sliced Onions
5-10 Green chillies 
1 clove of Garlic 
4 strands of Grains of Selim (Hwentia)
2 cloves
2 African Nutmegs
1 ladle of Palm oil
1-2 large smoked Fish
800ml of water
1 ladle of blended Tomatoes 
Salt to taste

SPICE BLEND
30g of Ginger 
1 clove of Garlic
1 large Onion 

METHOD 
Watch how to prepare this authentic and equally tasty dish below;



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Tuesday 24 September 2019

HOW TO MAKE PUFFED RICE CAKES

Rice cakes were popular 80’s snacks in Ghana but are rare to find these days. One had to save their little Pesewas to buy and enjoy this snack. 
During the same period a game known as ‘tchem p3’ (spelt phonetically) which means ‘divide in 2 equal parts’ was equally popular. 

The rules of the game stipulates all participating members must divide anything they had in two if caught by a member. This meant one had to have some wit about themselves to avoid been caught.

How about recreating that nostalgic childhood memory today by trying this easy to follow recipe?
Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS 
100g of Rice Puffs / Bubbles (available in most Indian grocers)
1 cup of granulated sugar
50ml of water
Pinch of salt to taste

METHOD 
Watch how to create this forgotten childhood snack recipe below;



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Monday 23 September 2019

THE AMAZING SUYA BEANS RECIPE YOU MUST TRY


Just imagine the nutty and buttery texture of beans, mixed with that Umami flavoured salted beef, the fishy taste of Tuna with the hint of heat from the Cayenne pepper and that smoky nutty taste of your preferred charcoal grilled Suya all in a pot. Now imagine savouring all these flavours in this incredible beans stew recipe which pairs well with that caramelised sweet taste of fried ripened Plantain. Gosh! 



INGREDIENTS 
250g of Cannellini beans or Black eyed beans soaked at least for an hour
1.5 litres of water 
3 Bay leaves 
4 stalks of Grains of Selim (Hwentia)
3 dried red chillies 
6 tablespoonfuls of your preferred oil
1 large sliced Onions
1 diced salted beef
4 green chillies
2 tablespoonfuls of Tomato purée 
1 tablespoonful of Cayenne pepper 
200g of Passata or blended Tomatoes 
1 tinned Tuna
250g of Goat/Lamb/Beef char grilled Suya 
30g of chopped Spring Onions or Onion flowers
Salt to taste

SPICE BLEND
30g of Ginger
1 clove of Garlic
1 large Onion 
1 teaspoonful of Aniseed 
40g of dried Shrimp

Watch how to prepare this flavour packed stew below;




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Thursday 12 September 2019

THE AUTHENTIC ASAANA/ LIHA RECIPE ( CARAMELISED CORN DRINK)


I finally found the most authentic way of making the famous West African fermented corn drink known as Asaana, Liha,Tchakpalo, Dolo or Aliha.
The fermented and germinated corn kernels are milled, mixed with water, fermented further and added to Caramel for that distinctive dark brown to black look. 
The inclusion of Salt in this recipe is optional as it helps reduce the amount of Sugar used.
 The amount of Sugar used should suit your personal preference. When next you are in Ghana, Togo or Benin do enjoy a calabash full of this ‘goodness’.

Watch how to germinate your corn kernels here;




INGREDIENTS 
250g of milled fermented & germinated corn
100g of granulated Sugar
1.8 litres of Water 
4 Grains of Selim (Hwentia)
Pinch of Salt

METHOD 
Watch how to prepare this authentic gluten free West African drink below;




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Tuesday 10 September 2019

THE ULTIMATE YAM CANAPE RECIPE



Yam-my Yummy Yam Canapés recipe. I hope you’re enjoying these creative Yam series?
Why not try this recipe for the family or your next dinner party?

INGREDIENTS 
225g of Yam Shortcrust Pastry
30g of Corn starch 
50g of Corn flour

FILLING
250g of minced Beef
2 large sliced Onions 
5 chopped green chillies (Kasoa Pepper)
3 tablespoonfuls of your preferred oil
1 tablespoonful of smoked Paprika 
Half a teaspoon of Caraway / Aniseed 
180g of all natural Yoghurt 
30g of chopped Parsley 
30g of chopped Spring Onions
Optional grated pinch of Nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste

METHOD;
Watch how to make these easy to follow Yam Canapés below;



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Sunday 8 September 2019

YAM MEAT PIE (TURNOVER) RECIPE


Finally I have the Yam Meat Pie (Turnover) recipe including the video up on my YouTube channel, ‘Ndudu by Fafa’.
I am taking my Mum out for a quick Autumn like picnic to enjoy these beauties. 
A must try GlutenFree recipe as part of the ‘New West African Recipe’ movement. Enjoy!





INGREDIENTS 
225g of Yam Shortcrust Pastry
30g of Corn starch 
50g of Corn flour

FILLING
250g of minced Beef
2 large sliced Onions 
5 chopped green chillies (Kasoa Pepper)
3 tablespoonfuls of your preferred oil
1 tablespoonful of smoked Paprika 
Half a teaspoon of Caraway / Aniseed 
180g of all natural yoghurt 
30g of chopped Parsley 
1 Egg Yolk
30g of chopped Spring Onions
Optional grated pinch of Nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste

HOW TO PREPARE YAM SHORTCRUST PASTRY 


METHOD 
Watch how to prepare this amazing gluten free pie recipe below;



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Friday 6 September 2019

GLUTEN FREE YAM SHORTCRUST PASTRY RECIPE


How many recipes can I create using Yam? Let’s start with this gluten free shortcrust pastry.

INGREDIENTS 
300g of boiled Yam
1 tablespoonful of butter 
1 large Egg
150g of Corn starch 
20ml of Full fat milk 
Salt to taste 

METHOD 
Watch how to prepare this incredible gluten free shortcrust recipe below 



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