Swallow
Akple (Ewe Cornmeal Staple)

Akple (Ewe Cornmeal Staple)

Ghana

40Minutes
MediumLevel
4Serves
8Steps
About

A smooth cornmeal swallow of the Ewe people of the Volta Region, made from fermented corn dough and cassava flour, eaten with okro soup or fetri detsi.

Equipment
  • Pot
  • Sturdy wooden spatula
  • Bowl
Ingredients
Fermented corn dough2 cups
Cassava flour1/2 cup
Water5 cups
Salt1/2 tsp

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