Kokonte

Ghana

Cook Time:

Serves:

20 - 25 Minutes

2 - 4 Servings

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

• 2 cups kokonte flour (dried cassava flour)
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon palm oil or vegetable oil (optional, for added flavor)

Preparation

Prepare the Water:

In a large pot, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

Mix the Flour:

In a bowl, mix the kokonte flour with a small amount of water to form a smooth paste. This helps to avoid lumps when adding it to the boiling water.

Add Flour to Boiling Water:

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low.
Gradually add the kokonte flour paste to the boiling water, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or a whisk to prevent lumps.

Cook the Mixture:

Continue stirring the mixture until it thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pot. This should take about 5-10 minutes.
If using, stir in the palm oil or vegetable oil for added flavor.

Simmer:

Cover the pot and let the kokonte cook over low heat for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The kokonte should have a firm, smooth texture when done.

Serve:

Transfer the kokonte to a serving dish. It can be served hot or at room temperature.
Enjoy your meal!