Traditional Ghanaian cooking

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Discover the secrets of authentic Ghanaian cooking with our traditional recipes passed down through generations. Each dish uses our premium Magpyehub products to bring you the true taste of Ghana, wherever you are in the world.

25+ Traditional Recipes
3 Generations of Wisdom
100% Authentic Methods
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From hearty main dishes to delightful snacks and traditional beverages, discover the full spectrum of Ghanaian cuisine with our curated recipe collections.

Jollof Rice
Easy 45m
Rice Dishes

Authentic Jollof Rice

The crown jewel of West African cuisine, perfectly spiced and cooked with our premium palm oil.

45 mins 6 servings 4.9 (234)
Magpyehub Zomi Basmati Rice +6 more
Banku with Tilapia
Medium 1h 30m
Main Dishes

Banku with Grilled Tilapia

Traditional fermented corn and cassava dough served with perfectly grilled tilapia and spicy pepper sauce.

1h 30m 4 servings 4.7 (156)
Corn Dough Fresh Tilapia +8 more
Red Red
Easy 35m
Main Dishes

Red Red (Bean Stew)

Hearty black-eyed pea stew cooked in rich palm oil with aromatic spices, served with fried plantain.

35 mins 4 servings 4.8 (198)
Black-eyed Peas Magpyehub Zomi +5 more
Kelewele
Easy 20m
Snacks

Spiced Kelewele

Crispy fried plantain cubes seasoned with ginger, pepper, and traditional Ghanaian spices.

20 mins 3 servings 4.9 (312)
Ripe Plantains Ginger +4 more
Fufu and Light Soup
Hard 2h
Main Dishes

Fufu with Light Soup

Traditional pounded cassava and plantain served with aromatic light soup and your choice of meat or fish.

2 hours 5 servings 4.6 (89)
Cassava Green Plantain +12 more
Sobolo
Easy 15m
Beverages

Refreshing Sobolo

Traditional hibiscus drink infused with ginger, pineapple, and natural spices for a refreshing treat.

15 mins 4 servings 4.8 (267)
Dried Hibiscus Fresh Ginger +3 more
Waakye
Medium 1h 15m
Rice Dishes

Traditional Waakye

Rice and beans cooked with dried millet leaves, served with spicy stew, gari, and boiled eggs.

1h 15m 6 servings 4.7 (145)
Rice Black-eyed Peas +8 more
Bofrot
Easy 30m
Desserts

Sweet Bofrot (Puff Puff)

Fluffy deep-fried dough balls, lightly sweetened and perfect as a snack or dessert with tea.

30 mins 4 servings 4.9 (289)
All-purpose Flour Yeast +5 more
Expert Tips

Master Ghanaian Cooking

Essential tips and techniques from our kitchen to yours, ensuring authentic flavors in every dish you prepare.

Perfect Palm Oil Temperature

Heat your Magpyehub Zomi palm oil to the right temperature - look for gentle shimmering but avoid smoking. This ensures maximum flavor without burning the delicate compounds.

Spice Balance Secrets

Traditional Ghanaian cuisine relies on layering spices. Add whole spices early, ground spices midway, and fresh herbs at the end for complex, authentic flavors.

Timing Is Everything

Many Ghanaian dishes benefit from slow, patient cooking. Allow flavors to develop gradually - rushing the process results in less complex, authentic taste.

Fresh Ingredient Prep

Grind your own spices when possible and use fresh ingredients. Pre-made spice blends can't match the vibrant flavors of freshly prepared seasonings.

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