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Ghana Party Snacks

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, these party snacks are a staple at celebrations and gatherings, embodying the vibrant flavors of West African cuisine. They often feature a mix of fried plantains, spicy sauces, and crunchy peanuts, showcasing the importance of communal eating. Today, Ghana Party Snacks are enjoyed both locally and in diaspora communities, adapting to various tastes while maintaining their cultural roots.

GhanaianGHappetizer
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups hot water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons powdered milk
2 teaspoons brown sugar
80 g butter
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup milk
3 teaspoons condensed milk
3 tablespoons raisins
1 kg all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
100 g butter
3 tablespoons onion
1 cup water
2 eggs

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide healthy fats while sunflower seeds are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

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

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without additives, while dried herbs are cost-effective.

1

Mix 2 cups hot water with 2 cups all-purpose flour in a bowl.

2

Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons powdered milk, and 2 teaspoons brown sugar to the mixture and combine well.

3

In another bowl, cream 80 g butter with 1/3 cup sugar until light and fluffy.

4

Add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 tablespoon baking powder to the butter mixture and mix together.

5

Pour in 1 cup milk and 3 teaspoons condensed milk, mixing until smooth.

6

Fold in 3 tablespoons of raisins into the batter.

7

Prepare a baking dish and pour the batter into it.

8

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 40 minutes.

9

For the next step, mix 1 kg all-purpose flour with 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder and 1 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.

10

In a separate bowl, cream 100 g butter with 3 tablespoons of onion until well combined.

11

Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix thoroughly.

12

Gradually add 1 cup of water to form a dough.

13

Shape the dough into small pieces and fry them in medium hot oil until golden brown.

14

In a bowl, beat 2 eggs and add them to the mixture, along with vanilla extract, and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

fryingmixingblending

Equipment Needed

baking dishmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Ghanaian ChinchingaKeleweleGari Fortor

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