Discover the Top 5 Most Delicious Street Foods in Ghana - (A Must Try!)
Street food refers to food sold on the street by vendors/sellers, or at public places such as fairs or markets. Street food is considered more casual and affordable and also an alternative to eating in a restaurant.
The street food scene in Ghana is a vibrant and diverse landscape offering different varieties of delicious and nutritious food at affordable prices. Street food can be found at markets, street corners, and various hangout spots all over the country.
Street food plays a vital role in Ghanaian culture as the foods carry deep history and significance. Eating street food is a social activity usually eaten with friends or family, and is also a way to connect with people and with the local communities.
In this article, l am going to walk you through the five popular street foods in Ghana.Whether you are a Ghanaian or a Foreigner who has never tried street food before, this article will give you a mouth wa tering experience to try these amazing dishes out. With all that being said let's jump right into it.
WAAKYE
Waakye is one street foods Ghanaians love so much. Waakye can be eaten at any time of the day, whether it is for breakfast, lunch, or supper. This food is perfect for just any time of the day.
Waakye is cooked rice and beans usually served with a variety of toppings such as Meat, eggs, chicken, Gari, and spaghetti depending on the buyer's choice.
Variations and ingredients: waakye is made from different types of beans and rice.
Such as Black- eyed peas or kidney beans, perfume or local rice.
Popular Locations: To try out, popular places to visit include Makola Market in Accra, and the Kejetia Market in Kumasi. And at various street corners or hangouts around the country.
KENKEY
Kenkey is a staple street food made of fermented corn dough, the dough is made into balls and wrapped in dried corn leaves which are then boiled to give the kenkey. kenkey can also be eaten at any time of the day depending on you. Kenkey can be served with pepper or stew with meat, egg, or fish depending on the buyer.
Variations and ingredients: kenkey can be made with different types of corn such as yellow or white corn.
Popular locations: Can be found at markets, and various hang-out spots.
ROASTED PLANTAIN ( Aka Kofi Brokeman)
Roasted plantain is also one of the popular street foods in Ghana. This is probably one of the quickest and easy foods to make. It takes a couple of minutes to be ready. It is made by roasting ripe plantain over low or gentle heat. Roasted plantain is often eaten with ground nuts.
Roasted Maize
Similar to roasted plantain, roasted maize is another street food in Ghana. And Ghanaians just love this food. Quick to make and affordable for all. This is made by roasting maize over a gentle heat until it turns golden brown signaling that it's ready. Roasted Maize is often eaten with coconut.
KEBAB
Kebab, popularly known as chichinga in Ghana. kebab comes in various variations including beef,gizzard, meat, chicken, sausages, and others. This street food is loved by many people in Ghana. Whether you are in a car or walking to your destination, you can get kebab at every corner to buy and enjoy the beautiful flavor on your way.
STREET FOOD ETIQUETTE
When buying street food, it is very important to take into consideration some street etiquette.
Tips for ordering and paying
When paying for food, it is important to pay with smaller denominations of cash to make changing of money less stressful and time consuming and also helps to prevent people from waiting in the queue.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When buying street food, it is advisable to look at the environment of the vendor. Make sure to buy from vendors with proper sanitation to avoid getting sick
unnecessarily.CONCLUSION
These are five easy and popular street foods you can find anywhere in Ghana. Whether you are a Ghanaian or a foreigner, these street foods will make your mouth water and crave more. Enjoy Ghana food!
Which of these foods do you like best, have tasted, or will like to taste? Share yours in the comments section.
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