Banku with Spicy Peanut Soup

Name: Banku with Spicy Peanut Soup
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Ghanaian
Ingredients: 2 cups of fermented corn and cassava dough (banku); 1 cup of smooth peanut butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 large tomatoes, chopped; 1 habanero pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup of palm oil; 4 cups of water; Salt to taste

Created by: Howcan Team

Ingredients

2 cups of fermented corn and cassava dough (banku)
1 cup of smooth peanut butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 habanero pepper, chopped
1/2 cup of palm oil
4 cups of water
Salt to taste

Instructions

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add the fermented corn and cassava dough (banku) to the boiling water and stir continuously for 10-15 minutes until a smooth, thick consistency is achieved. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a separate pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, tomatoes, and habanero pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the smooth peanut butter to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Pour in 3 cups of water and bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens to your desired consistency.
Season the spicy peanut soup with salt to taste.
To serve, scoop a portion of the banku onto a plate and ladle the spicy peanut soup over the top. Enjoy the traditional Ghanaian dish!

Main Course

Ghanaian

Banku, a traditional Ghanaian dish, is a staple made from fermented corn and cassava dough. When paired with spicy peanut soup, it creates a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. The history of banku dates back to ancient Ghana, where it was a popular dish among the Ga people. Today, it is enjoyed across the country and beyond. The best version of this dish can be found in local Ghanaian restaurants, where skilled chefs prepare the banku with precision and serve it alongside rich and aromatic spicy peanut soup. The key to perfecting this dish lies in achieving the right balance of tangy banku and flavorful, spicy peanut soup.

90 min

4 servings

480 calories

Instructions

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add the fermented corn and cassava dough (banku) to the boiling water and stir continuously for 10-15 minutes until a smooth, thick consistency is achieved. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a separate pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, tomatoes, and habanero pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the smooth peanut butter to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Pour in 3 cups of water and bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens to your desired consistency.
Season the spicy peanut soup with salt to taste.
To serve, scoop a portion of the banku onto a plate and ladle the spicy peanut soup over the top. Enjoy the traditional Ghanaian dish!

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