GARDEN EGGS and PLANTAIN WRAP RECIPE

The new norm (where majority of us work from home) means one will need a quick hot lunch. I made this Garden Eggs and Halloumi wrap in less than 10 minutes as I already had the perfectly spiced Waakye Tomato stew.

 It’s in planning that we save time hence the Waakye stew series. Waakye is a popular Ghanaian Rice and Beans dish which is enjoyed with a slow cooked Tomato stew. The Tomato stew can last up to 3 weeks in the fridge in a sterilised airtight container.

WAAKYE TOMATO STEW RECIPE 

In the absence of Halloumi use the Ghanaian Wagashi or Indian Paneer cheese.

You can substitute the Garden Eggs for Aubergines or Egg Plants. Enjoy!

EGG MAYONNAISE DRESSING 

INGREDIENTS 

250g of Garden Eggs/Egg Plant stew

150g of Halloumi cut lengthwise 

1 medium sized ripened Plantain, peeled and cut lengthwise 

4 tablespoonfuls of Egg Mayonnaise 

4 Tortilla wraps (available in most supermarkets across the UK)

30ml of your preferred oil for frying

Salt and Pepper to taste 

Learn how to make a quick Garden Eggs stew below; 

METHOD 

Watch how to prepare this quick recipe below;

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QUICK GARDEN EGGS ( AUBERGINE) STEW RECIPE

Inspired by the current pandemic and the effects of loss of income, I decided to create quick, healthy and nutritious dishes in the next few weeks. The recipes will require a slow cooked Waakye (The Ghanaian Rice and Beans) Tomato stew. It’s best to cook a large batch of the stew; portion into individual airtight containers and freeze them till a recipe requires it.

Watch the video Waakye Tomato stew recipe below;

INGREDIENTS 

200g of Waakye Tomato Stew

400g of diced Garden Eggs soaked in salty water

400 ml of water to boil the Garden Eggs

200g of smoked fresh Haddock 

1 large sliced Onion

6 chopped Green Chillies

3-4 Basil leaves (optional)

METHOD 

Watch how to prepare this quick Garden Eggs stew below;

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GHANAIAN GARDEN EGGS STEW RECIPE

Garden Eggs (Egg Plant or Aubergines) are rich in Pottasium Thiamin, Vitamin B1 and a good source of fiber to mention but a few. Garden Eggs do have a slight bitter taste and pairs well with boiled Yam, Plantain , Rice etc. It is a popular vegetable in West Africa including Ghana, Nigeria and at times are eaten raw. I try to use Garden Eggs as of the as I can and include it in most of my recipes, particularly when I prepare soup. This recipe is inspired by my Mum, using clear, unscented oil, Tomatoes, Fish and spices. You can be creative and use any Meat, Poultry or Seafood that you prefer, it's a must try.  

INGREDIENTS 

400g of Garden eggs

20ml of Rapeseed / Groundnut oil/ Sunflower oil

1 large sliced Onion 

30g of Tomato purée 

1 Habanero chilli 

1 stock cube

Blended 5 large Tomatoes

1 tablespoonful of a blend of Ginger, Onion, Garlic and Aniseed 

2 tinned Pink Salmon or any Fish of your choice 

2 chopped Green chillies

Salt to taste

METHOD 

Watch how to make this classic Ghanaian stew on my YouTube channel, ‘Ndudu by Fafa’ below;

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BABA GHANOUSH (SMOKY AUBERGINE DIP) RECIPE

Baba Ghanoush, is a smoky dip made from Aubergine that's char grilled and enjoyed in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Baba Ghanoush, (a Levantine dish) is one of my favourite dips. Smear some of this dip into your bread when making a sandwich, instead of using butter. You'll thank me later.

This is the perfect recipe, which has the right balance of nuttiness and smokiness. The inclusion of Lemon juice, gives the dip a refreshing taste.

This dip is similar to the Ghanaian Abom using Garden Eggs.

Ingredients

3 cloves of Garlic

2 Tablespoonful of Tahini paste or 50g of toasted Sesame seeds

1 teaspoon of natural Yoghurt

Juice of half a Lemon or Lime

A pinch of Cayenne Pepper

10g of chopped fresh Mint or Coriander

Half a teaspoon of Salt

Method

Watch how to make this delicious vegetarian dip below; 

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