Akassa
Akassa is a West African fermented corn dough cooked into a smooth mound and served with peppery sauce, fish, or okra stew. Its mild tang is a starch base for bold savory accompaniments.
π Recipe adapted from Wikidata (Dish)
π¨βπ³ Instructions
Whisk fermented corn dough with water and salt until smooth.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and turns glossy.
Spoon into a leaf-lined bowl or mold and let it set into a smooth mound.
Prepare a tomato-pepper sauce or okra stew with onion and chile oil.
Serve the akassa with sauce and fish so the mild corn can balance the heat.
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