Nutrition
Kelewele
• Kelewele
Kelewele is a Ghanaian dish which consists of deep-fried plantain chunks that are usually combined with salt, ginger, and hot peppers.
It is served as an accomplishment to beans stew or rice dishes, although kelewele is also often sold by numerous
African street vendors as dessert.
Some cooks add in peanuts, cloves, nutmeg, or cinnamon to the mix to give kelewele flavour.
Ingredients
• 4 riped plantains
• 2 large onions
• 1 teaspoonful of cayenne or chili pepper
• 1 tablespoonful of grated ginger
• 1 garlic clove (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoonful of nutmeg (optional)
• Salt to taste
– 1 Maggi cube (optional)
Directions
• Peel the riped plantains (You can cut both ends off the plantain. This will make it easy to remove the skin of the plantains)
• Cut plantains in diagonal pieces or medium chunks. Set it aside.
• Blend onions, ginger, garlic and chili pepper in blender or food processor. Add water to the ingredients (Make sure to obtain a thicker consistent mixture)
• Pour blended mixture in a bowl and add grated nutmeg, salt and cube. Set aside
• In a large bowl, mix the plantain pieces and the blended mixture together.
• Let it rest for about 10 to 20 minutes to absorb the flavour.
• Heat up a large pan with oil for deep frying under medium-high heat until hot.
• -Fry the plantain pieces, until golden brown. (Do not overcrowd the pan, it will cause the plantains to be soggy and absorb excess oil)
• Remove and transfer the fried plantains onto a sieve or tissue paper for drainage of oil.
• -Serve warm with groundnuts or cooked rice.
• It is mostly served with groundnuts or beans stew. While others prefer it as a dessert, it can also be served with plain rice, jollof rice and waakye as an appetizer.
Ingredients
-2 cups of cooked rice
-Oil
-2 pounds of fresh lobsters
-1/2 tablespoonful of grinded ginger
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/2 onion
1 cup frozen peas
-3 large carrots
-3 eggs
-3 tablespoonful of soy sauce
-2 tablespoonful of diced green onions
Preparation
-Cut lobsters into bite-sized pieces and toss for 2minutes.
-Put a saucepan on fire and add a tablespoonful of oil.
-Stir in diced onion, garlic, peas, carrots and other vegetables.
-Add rice and stir to coat. Stir occasionally until rice is warmed through.
-Add soy sauce to the rice and stir well
-Remove from heat and serve.
Benefits of Lobsters
Snack (Baobab drink)
Ingredients
-Condensed milk
-5 tablespoonful of honey (optional)
-1 teaspoonful of flavour (vanilla or strawberry essence)
Preparation
-Place 2 tablespoonful of baobab powder in a bowl and mix with water.
-Set mixture aside for it to dissolve properly.
-Sieve the baobab mixture to remove lumps and fibre for a smooth drink.
– Add honey or sugar, milk and flavour to your taste.
-Best served chilled.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Lobster is a nutritious seafood that provides several health benefits. It is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy nutrients that support the proper functioning of the body.
– Builds and repairs body tissues: Lobster is rich in high-quality protein, which helps build muscles and repair damaged tissues.
-Supports brain health: It contains vitamin B12, which helps maintain healthy nerves and supports proper brain function.
Strengthens the immune system: Lobster contains zinc and selenium, minerals that help the body fight infections and protect cells.
– Promotes healthy bones: It provides phosphorus and some calcium, which contribute to strong bones and teeth.
–Supports heart health: Lobster contains omega-3 fatty acids, which may help support cardiovascular health.
–Prevents anaemia: Its vitamin B12 and iron content help the body produce healthy red blood cells.
–Supports thyroid function: Lobster contains iodine, which the thyroid gland needs to produce hormones that regulate metabolism.
–Helps maintain healthy skin: Its protein and zinc contribute to skin growth, repair and maintenance.
Supports energy production: Vitamin B12 and other B vitamins help the body convert food into energy.
Helps maintain healthy muscles: Its protein and potassium support muscle function and maintenance.Health.com
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