The Flavour & Claypot Chef
The gentleman sitting opposite blatantly stared as I held his gaze for what seemed like eternity. His gaze told a brief story of worry and anxiety as I smiled to say it’s okay ‘today to shall pass’. I sipped on my chilled glass of fresh Watermelon blend as another gentleman approached in a pensive mood. [...]
Today is going to be a ‘Me’ day, said ‘I’ who stretched out of bed at 5am. Can I make it to the Carnival today? I knew the answer already (🤫) if I had to even ask myself that. I spent yesterday spring cleaning the house and my wardrobe; which meant today was scheduled for [...]
INGREDIENTS PIE 500g of Plain flour 1 levelled tablespoon of baking powder (Alternatively use self raising flour) 1 teaspoonful of dried Rosemary 250g of cold butter 1 Egg yolk 1 teaspoonful of Salt to taste 60ml of cold water GOAT MEAT 500g of diced Goat Meat without the bones 20g of Ginger 1 large [...]
Inspired by the Ghanaian snack of Roasted Corn on the Cob with Coconut, enjoy this smoky and spicy Corn and Coconut salad. For a Vegetarian version use the baby flesh of Coconut for your dressing, as described below; INGREDIENTS 2 large corn on the cobs 100g of fresh Coconut shavings 1 medium sized, peeled and [...]
40 lessons on my 40th year 1-Fafa don’t forget to live. 2-Do something a day that will make you smile. 3- Select your core group of friends with attributes such as honesty, empathy, love and adventure. 4-Forgive to rid yourself of pain 5-Stay humble but don’t be a walkover. 6- Be selective 7- Be brave [...]
Soursop and Mangoes were in season during my recent trip to Ghana. I craved for something sweet, refreshing and equally healthy hence I created this recipe with ingredients readily available in Ghana. Soursop is rich in Vitamins C, B1 and B2, which when mixed with Mangoes increases its nutritional content. The recipe is easy to [...]
A flavour packed and healthy Caprese Salad recipe with a twist.
Inspired by the classic Ghanaian sauce ‘Raw Pepper’ is this smoky and spicy ground Tomato salsa with my added ‘twist’. Ghana has many creative and naturally flavour packed sauces including the ever popular ‘Raw Pepper’ which is a spicy ground Tomato salsa. ‘Raw Pepper’ is enjoyed with Kenkey, Banku, Boiled Yam which are popular carbohydrates [...]
As flavours goes, the infusion of Rosemary into Strawberries is a complex aromatic blend. Be prepared for this adventurous flavour infusion. The sweetness of the strawberries is enhanced by adding honey or brown sugar (optional), with the Rosemary stick infusing it’s oils with your last lolly bite, giving you an aromatic finish. Try it and [...]
The only way to solve a ‘problem’ like ‘Ndudu’ (Food) is to enjoy it. Do you have any leftover Waakye (Rice and Beans)? Why not try this recipe 😜 Find Waakye recipes including this stuffed Waakye on my YouTube channel, ‘Ndudu by Fafa’ below; https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEc9FZrezOyebERFULbyQBcZAG-kjetsp Don’t forget to subscribe, try the recipe, leave [...]
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