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Elevate Your Mornings: A Heavenly Vegan Ghanaian Breakfast Feast!

Discover the exquisite flavors of a vegan Ghanaian breakfast feast that combines creamy Fonio with crunchy sunflower and cashew seeds, sweet raisins, and a delicious peanut butter sauce. Delight your senses with this authentic and satisfying meal that brings West African culinary tradition to your table!

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 20 minutes - Cook Time: 30 minutes - Total Time: 50 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Ghanaian, Vegan

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Fonio (African millet)
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Red palm oil
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup Raisins, soaked in hot water
  • 1/4 cup Cashew nuts, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups Kelewele (fried plantains)
  • 1/4 cup Peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup Coconut milk
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Fonio in water and vegetable broth until it reaches a creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a separate pan, heat red palm oil over medium heat. Add sunflower seeds and cashew nuts, stirring occasionally to avoid burning. Remove from heat once golden brown. Set aside.
  3. Soak raisins in hot water for about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  4. Prepare Kelewele by frying plantains until golden brown. Set aside.
  5. In a saucepan, combine peanut butter and coconut milk over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Assemble the dish by spooning Fonio onto individual plates, drizzling with peanut butter sauce, and garnishing with roasted seeds and raisins. Serve Kelewele on the side for a delightful and satisfying vegan Ghanaian breakfast experience!

Chef’s Insight

The combination of creamy Fonio, crunchy seeds and nuts, sweet raisins, and savory peanut butter sauce creates a well-rounded sensory experience in each bite.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are certified vegan to maintain the integrity of the dish.

Cultural or Historical Background

This vegan Ghanaian breakfast feast is inspired by the traditional kenkey-based meal, which often includes Fonio, plantains, and various seeds and nuts.