BENEFITS OF KENKEY JUICE

Kenkey which originates from the Ga tribe in Ghana, is made from fermented corn meal that’s steamed in the husk of the corn till it’s soft and pliable. Kenkey is usually enjoyed with spicy Salsa sauce, the Ghanaian Black Chilli sauce known as Shito, fried Fish, Eggs and sometimes one enjoys it with soup.

There are varied versions of Kenkey which includes the Fanti Kenkey (from the Central Region of Ghana) and a similar Jamaican version known as Tie-A-Leaf or Dukunu. 

Interesting to know that Kenkey is referred to as ‘Dokuno’ in the Ashanti and Fanti language from Ghana.

The Jamaican version is wrapped in Banana leaves and usually mixed with Sweet Potatoes, Cassava or Yam.

The Fanti Kenkey on the other hand is steamed in smoked Banana/Plantain leaves which lends its smoky flavour to the Kenkey

The version of Kenkey I’ll be using today is the Ga Kenkey (steamed in the husk of the corn).

During my childhood Kenkey water (the water derived from boiling the Kenkey)was given to anyone who was ill  . The benefits of Corn used in making the fermented Kenkey juice includes;

1. High Fibre which aids digestion 
2. B Vitamins which prevents infections, increases ones Red blood cells and a healthy brain function to mention but a few
3. Minerals such as Zinc,Magnesium, Copper, Iron and Manganese 
4. Packed with anti oxidants such as Carotenoids, Lutein and Zeaxanthin which promotes eye health 
5. Due to its high starch contents Diabetic patients must only consume it in small quantities and not often 

You can also use the Kenkey itself for a Kenkey Smoothie as shown above.

INGREDIENTS 

250ml of Kenkey juice

1-2 slightly over ripened Banana

20g of toasted Almond flakes (or any nuts of your choosing)

Garnish with fresh mint (optional)

METHOD 

Watch how to make this healthy and tasty fermented Kenkey smoothie below;

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