Ghana Best Palm Nut Soup (With Onion and Ginger)
Sku: #85225192
£3.79
Ghana Best Palm Nut Soup is a pre-made, concentrated base made from fresh palm nut juice, designed to be a key ingredient for cooking the authentic West African soup known regionally as abenkwan or banga soup. This rich, creamy, and savory soup features a distinct nutty flavor from the palm fruit, which is then blended with spices, herbs, and aromatics to create a satisfying dish that is commonly paired with fufu, rice, or other starchy side dishes.
What it is:
- A concentrated palm fruit concentrate.
- It's a convenient base for making traditional palm nut soup.
Key Characteristics:
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Rich and Nutty:The soup has a creamy texture and a unique, savory, nutty taste derived from the palm nuts.
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Flavorful:It is a vehicle for a variety of aromatic spices, herbs, and aromatics like prekese and ginger.
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Traditional:It is a staple of Ghanaian and West African cuisine, known as abenkwan or banga soup.
How to Use It:
- Dilute: Mix the concentrate with hot water.
- Add Ingredients: Add other ingredients like tomatoes, meat (chicken, beef, goat) or fish, and desired spices.
- Simmer: Boil for about 20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded and the soup reaches your desired consistency.
What to Serve It With:
- Fufu: A traditional staple of pounded yams or cassava.
- Rice: Another common accompaniment.
- Other Ghanaian dishes: Such as banku, fonio, or omo tuo.
