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Mmore Koko

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Mmore Koko is a traditional porridge made from maize flour, commonly enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. It reflects the agricultural practices of the region, utilizing locally sourced ingredients. This dish is often enriched with spices and sweeteners, showcasing the rich flavors of Ghanaian cuisine. Today, it is embraced in various forms across West Africa, with families often adding personal touches to the recipe.

GhanaianGHother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
5 grains of green salsa
water
salt
ginger
maize flour
sugar
milk

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with added flavor.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and often less expensive.

1

Crush 5 grains of green salsa using a tool.

2

Add a little water to the crushed green salsa.

3

Grate ginger and mix it with water, then strain to remove chaff.

4

Add the strained ginger water to the pot with boiling water.

5

Add salt to the boiling water.

6

Gradually add the maize flour mixture to the boiling water while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

7

Continue stirring to prevent the mixture from cooking improperly.

8

Add water to achieve the desired consistency, stirring constantly.

9

Use a spatula to clean the sides of the pot while cooking.

10

After about 5 minutes, add sugar to the porridge while stirring.

11

Serve the porridge with milk, either liquid or powdered, and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

stirringboiling

Equipment Needed

potgraterspatulastrainer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanutsdairy

Also Known As

Mmore KokoMmore Koko porridge

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