How to make a healthy and delicious Ghanaian 'koose'

Koose, also known as Akara in some parts of West Africa, including Nigeria is not only tasty but also loaded with nutrients from beans.

It offers a great source of plant-based protein, fibre and vital minerals.

Often served with millet porridge, koose is cherished as one of Ghana's popular street foods.

It serves as a delightful breakfast or snack as it is hard to resist and simple to prepare.

Below are the ingredients needed to make that delicious koose you have been craving for:

One medium onion

Spring onion (optional)

2Habanero pepper

2cups of beans

1teaspoon of salt

1teaspoon of Ginger

1teaspoon of garlic

2 eggs

Method

In a bowl, soak the beans overnight. Once the beans have been soaked, rinse them two or more times.

Next, wash the onion and spring onion, then cut them in half; blend half and chop the other half into smaller pieces.

In a blender, combine the beans, chopped onion, and spring onion, adding enough water, then blend until smooth.

Pour the mixture into a bowl and add salt, ginger, garlic, and the chopped spring onion, then add the eggs.

Mix everything thoroughly.

Preparation

Heat oil in a pan for 3-5 minutes, and then use a small ladle to pour the mixed beans into the pan and fry for 5-10 minutes.

Once done, remove the koose from the hot oil.

Serve the koose alongside millet porridge (Hausa Koko) or Tom brown.

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