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GHANA





Map of Ghana
Meeng-gah-bou

LOCATION:
Western Africa, bordering the Gulf of Guinea, between Côte d’Ivoire and Togo

CAPITAL CITY:
Accra

POPULATION:
23,832,495 (July 2009 est.)

LANGUAGES:
Asante 14.8%, Ewe 12.7%, Fante 9.9%, Boron (Brong) 4.6%, Dagomba 4.3%, Dangme 4.3%, Dagarte (Dagaba) 3.7%, Akyem 3.4%, Ga 3.4%, Akuapem 2.9%, other 36.1% (includes English (official) (2000 census)

WEBSITE:
www.touringghana.com

Recipes From Ghana



Traditional Ghanaian cuisine reflects the diversity of ethnic groups and tribes in Ghana. Rice, fufu, banku, and other starchy foods make up many of the main courses in Ghanaian meals. Groundnuts (peanuts) are used in soups, stews, and flavorful sauces, and vegetables such as eggplants, okra, garlic, onions, and tomatoes are plentiful and appear in many dishes. Soup is often served at Ghanaian meals, and Ghanaians enjoy a great variety of tropical fruits.
Joloff Rice

Joloff Rice

Joloff rice is a popular dish all over West Africa. This recipe calls for scented rice, but you can substitute with plain white rice, and you can use beef or chicken. This delectable dish is spicy, healthful, and filling.
Find this recipie on Page 91 of Kitchens of the World
Kelewele (Spicy Fried Plantains)

Kelewele (Spicy Fried Plantains)

Kelewele is a popular, mouthwatering Ghanaian street food made with diced plantains and spices. Kelewele is delicious served with roasted peanuts.
Find this recipie on Page 92 of Kitchens of the World