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Accra Ga Kenkey (2 pack)

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Accra kenkey, a staple Ghanaian dish, is steamed corn dough wrapped in Corn Husks, often served with pepper sauce, stew, soup, or fried fish. It’s a hearty and flavorful meal, with the Ga and Fante versions being the most common.  It is sold as a set of 2 balls.

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  • What it is: Kenkey is a traditional West African dish made from fermented maize (corn) dough. 
  • How it’s made:
    • Maize grains are soaked for several days, then milled into a fine dough. 
    • The dough ferments for a period, giving it a characteristic sour taste. 
    • The dough is wrapped in plantain leaves or corn husks and steamed. 
  • Types of Kenkey:
    • Ga Kenkey: Typically wrapped in corn husks, saltier, and with a more fermented dough. 
    • Fanti Kenkey: Wrapped in plantain leaves, less salty, and with a less fermented dough. 
  • How it’s served: Kenkey is often served with pepper sauce, stew, soup, or fried fish. 
  • Why it’s important: Kenkey is a cultural staple in Ghana, representing both tradition and a symbol of togetherness. 
  • Other names: Kenkey is also known as kɔmi, otim, kooboo, or dorkunu. 
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