As a food blogger, I’m always on the hunt for new and exciting recipes to try. So when my friend, who is of Ghanaian origins and now living in the US, told me about Banku, I knew I had to give it a try.
Banku is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from cassava and cornmeal. It’s similar to fufu, another African dish, and is typically served with a meat stew. My friend shared her family recipe with me and I was determined to make it as authentic as possible.
The first step was to gather all the ingredients. Cassava flour and cornmeal were easy to find at my local grocery store. My friend also recommended using kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.
Making the Banku dough was surprisingly easy. I simply sifted the cassava flour and cornmeal into a bowl, added cold water, and mixed everything together until well combined. Then I transferred the mixture to a saucepan and cooked it over low heat until a dough formed.
The next step was to form the dough into dumplings and cook them in boiling water. This was a bit trickier, but with some practice, I was able to get the hang of it. The dumplings cooked quickly and were ready in just eight minutes.
I served the Banku with a hearty meat stew that my friend had also shared her recipe for. The combination of the soft and chewy Banku with the rich and flavorful stew was absolutely delicious. I was so proud of myself for making such an authentic Ghanaian dish.
Making Banku was a fun and rewarding experience. Not only did I get to try a new recipe, but I also learned more about Ghanaian cuisine and culture. I’m so grateful to my friend for sharing her family recipe with me and I can’t wait to make Banku again.
If you’re looking for a new recipe to try, I highly recommend giving Banku a try. It’s easy to make and packed with flavor. Plus, it’s always fun to explore new cuisines and learn about different cultures through food.
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