Banku and okra stew with crab
Banku is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from fermented corn and cassava dough, often served with spicy okra stew and crab. The dish is a popular and flavorful combination in Ghana, known for its unique taste and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Banku:
- 2 cups corn dough
- 1 cup cassava dough
- Water
- Salt to taste
Okra Stew with Crab:
- 1 pound fresh crab (cleaned and cracked)
- 2 cups Okra chopped
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground crayfish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil
Instructions
Banku:
- In a large bowl, mix the corn dough and cassava dough together.
- Gradually add water while kneading the dough until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Cook the dough mixture in a pot over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and becomes stretchy.
- Remove from heat and mold into balls.
Okra Stew with Crab:
- Heat some vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Saute until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
- Add the okra, ground crayfish, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Add the cleaned crab to the pot and stir to coat with the tomato mixture.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Banku with the Okra Stew and Crab on the side. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 387kcal (19%)Carbohydrates: 79g (26%)Protein: 14g (28%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 0.4g (3%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 14mg (5%)Sodium: 290mg (13%)Potassium: 613mg (18%)Fiber: 7g (29%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 1091IU (22%)Vitamin C: 27mg (33%)Calcium: 197mg (20%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
