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Yor Ke Gari

Cultural Context

Yor Ke Gari is a traditional Ghanaian dish that showcases the versatility of gari, a staple made from fermented cassava. This dish is often enjoyed as a hearty meal, especially among families, and reflects the resourcefulness of Ghanaian cuisine, utilizing locally available ingredients. Today, variations exist, with different proteins and vegetables, making it a beloved dish both in Ghana and among the diaspora.

GhanaianGHmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup black eye beans
2 tablespoons zumi oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 medium plantains
2 cups water
1/4 cup palm oil
1 avocado

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

gari

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while cornmeal is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola oil is a budget-friendly substitute.

cooked meat or fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, and canned tuna is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

Soak black eye beans for about 45 minutes to reduce gas or cook in a slow cooker.

2

Wash the beans thoroughly before soaking.

3

Transfer beans into a stovetop pressure cooker and cook under pressure for about 10 minutes.

4

Check beans for softness after 10 minutes and then cook slowly until the liquid thickens.

5

Season the beans with salt and a little sugar, stirring to combine.

6

Allow the beans to simmer until the sauce thickens, adding water if necessary before serving.

7

Melt zumi oil in a pan.

8

Slice plantains and season with salt and a little water to help dissolve the salt.

9

Fry the plantains in hot oil until golden brown.

10

Serve the beans topped with zumi oil, gari, fried plantains, and avocado for presentation.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingmixing

Equipment Needed

skilletpotspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianpescatarian

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