Nutrition
Koose
• Koose
Koose(bean cakes) also known as ‘Akara’ is a traditional meal in Ghana consumed mostly by people from the Northern part of Ghana.
It is one delicacy eaten anytime of the day. But it is mostly eaten withHausa kooko as breakfast.
Every morning, it is common to see lots of buyers from all walks of life in a queue to purchase this delicacy.
Koose is prepared from ground beans or cowpeas.
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Ingredients for koose
- 4 cups of black –eyed beans
- 2 large onions
- 2 tablespoonfuls of powdered pepper
- 3 eggs
- Chopped spring onions (if preferred)
- Cooking oil
- Salt
Preparation
- Pour beans in water and soak for 30minutes
- Pour the water out then put beans in blender. Add enough water to it.
- Don’t fully blend beans. Remove the skin using the blender by pushing the stop or pause button every minute when you start blending. Do that 3-4 times.
- Pour beans into a large bowl and add more water. Rub the beans in your hands to take off the skin.
- Drain the water along with skin on top of beans. Make sure all the skins are removed
- Pour skinless beans in blender, add pepper, onion and salt. Add enough water to blend until smooth.
- Pour blended mixture into bowl, add eggs then hand-whisk for 2-3minutes. This process will make the mixture fluffy.
- Set aside a mixture of egg, chopped spring onions and four teaspoons of blended mixture for garnishing.
- Heat oil under medium heat until hot then scoop in the batter with a spoon. Garnish top with the set aside mixture.
- -Turn koose over when it starts to brown at the bottom. Fry the other side until golden brown.
- Remove it from oil when cooked then put it in a strainer or paper towel to drain oil
- Serve koose with porridge.
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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