Inspired by the traditional, West African, Vegetarian and Gluten free Aboboi (Spiced Bambara Beans sauce which is served with Plantain Pancakes), is this Akara/Koose version. Escape into the land of flavour and experiment with this recipe. INGREDIENTS 250g of Bambara Beans 200ml of Water 2 medium sized over ripened Plantain 3 medium sized Onions 5-8 [...]
Category: NDUDU BY FAFA RECIPES
Easy Homemade Cottage Cheese recipe
In my previous recipe post I made the West African Cheese known as Wagashi and proceeded to also make Cottage Cheese with the remaining Organic Whole Meal I had left. The process of making Cottage Cheese is similar to making Wagashi. The similarities end where the Curd is separated from the Whey for Cottage Cheese. [...]
WAGASHI (THE WEST AFRICAN CHEESE RECIPE)
The Fulani’s (from the Northern part of Ghana) first introduced Wagashi into Ghana. Wagashi / Wara/ Woagachi is enjoyed in Nigeria, Togo, Benin, Burkina Faso, Mali, Côte D’Ivoire etc The Cheese is made from Cows milk and it’s naturally delicate in taste when Salt is not added. Traditionally hot fresh Milk is mixed with the [...]
AYAMASE CHICKEN CAKES
In my previous posts I shared how to make your own Chicken Confit, the Nigerian Ayamase sauce and Pan Fried Chicken Pies. Using my leftovers for the aforementioned recipes, I made this quick lunch or dinner Chicken Cakes. INGREDIENTS 200g of crushed Potatoes 400g of shredded Chicken 2 tablespoonful of the Ayamase sauce 60g of [...]
PAN FRIED CHICKEN PIES RECIPE
Make these quick pan fried Pies which can be refrigerated, frozen and stuffed with any protein or vegetables of your choosing. INGREDIENTS 400g All Purpose Flour 200ml of Hot water 1 teaspoon of Salt 3 - 5 tablespoonfuls of Vegetable Oil FILLING 450g of shredded cooked Chicken 70g of chopped Spring Onions 1 teaspoonful of [...]
The West African Designer Stew called Ayamase
Inspired by the Nigerian Designer stew known as Ayamase , is this incredible recipe which can be used for a plethora of recipes. Traditionally bleached Palm oil, fermented locust beans and CrayFish are included in this recipe. I’ve substituted the bleached Palm oil with Peanut Oil, Cray Fish for smoked dried Herrings and in the [...]
INSPIRING AFRICAN TABLE SETTING IDEAS
‘Most people are other people. Their thoughts are someone else's opinions, their lives a mimicry, their passions a quotation’. Oscar Wilde Finding reasons to host dinner parties, lunches etc in the comforts of your home should not be difficult. Coming up with obscure reasons to host my guests gives me the inspiration to display my [...]
HOMEMADE COUSCOUS & JOLLOF
The time on the clock said 05:30hrs as I sipped my black coffee and started researching about Millet Couscous. The constant request for Brukina (a Ghanaian drink made from Millet and Milk) by my subscribers inspired my early rise. The outcome of my research meant one had to use CousCous Millet and not the Millet [...]
SLOW COOKED LAMB SHANK IN MUSKMELON SEEDS ( WREWRE SOUP RECIPE).
WreWre (Muskmelon or Cantaloupe seeds) soup is rich in Vitamin A, C, Folic acid potassium to mention but a few nutritional contents.. It has no fat, cholesterol or saturated fat and helps boost one’s immune system especially during the cold months. Wrewre (as it’s locally known in Ghana) can be used for various recipes and [...]
BIRYANI LAMB KOFTA RECIPE
Do you need a quick and flavour packed dish for dinner? Why not try this Biryani spice mix infused Lamb Kofta and enjoy it with Cumin rice. Find both recipes on my YouTube channel, ‘Ndudu by Fafa’. INGREDIENTS 350g minced Lamb 2 tablespoonful of Biryani spice mix Salt to taste Your preferred oil for frying [...]
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