Ghana, a country known for its rich culture and diverse cuisine, offers a tantalizing array of snacks that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From spicy, and savory, to sweet treats, Ghanaian snacks provide a unique culinary experience that reflects the nation’s history and traditions.
Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of Accra or visiting a local market, here are 15 Ghanaian snacks you simply must try.
1. Kelewele
A popular street food, Kelewele consists of fried plantains seasoned with a mixture of ginger, garlic, and hot pepper. The result is a sweet, spicy, and flavorful snack that’s incredibly addictive.
2. Chinchinga (Suya)
Chinchinga, or Suya as it’s known in other West African countries, is a delicious skewered meat snack, typically made with beef, chicken, or goat. The meat is marinated in a spicy peanut sauce and grilled to perfection.
3. Bofrot
Bofrot, also known as puff-puff in other parts of Africa, is a classic Ghanaian fried dough snack. These small, round pastries are sweet, airy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
4. Lamugine
Lamugine, a refreshing drink from Northern Ghana, is made with rice water, ginger, lime, and local spices. It is mainly consumed cold with ice cubes, and it has immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal for cold days or post-eating.
5. Sobolo
Sobolo is a popular hibiscus drink that is often enjoyed as a snack. This refreshing beverage is sweetened with natural flavors and is perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day.
6. Adaakwa or Zowey
A popular spicy peanut ball snack in Ghana, Adaakwa or Zowey is prepared with maize and groundnut powder. This is a wonderfully filling, rich, and healthy snack. These spicy peanut treats cost less.
7. Asaana
Asaana is a local Ghanaian drink made from fermented corn and caramelized sugar. It tastes very good and it is highly refreshing. Often sold in local markets in the country.
8. Condensed Milk
In Ghana, condensed milk toffee, sometimes called caramel toffee, is referred to as Ayigbe or Kube toffee. This is a caramel sweet snack that is created locally using sugar, butter, and condensed milk. It has a brown tint. I have to tell you, it is really good and addicting. But all in all, when you visit Ghana, you should definitely taste it. Most of this is available at the nation’s local markets.
9. Ayigbe Toffee
One of the favorite Ghanaian snacks is Ayigbe toffee a hard candy with a coconut taste that is prepared by hand in Ghana, West Africa.
It’s a terrific sweet to desire and is entirely natural.
10. Poloo
Made from fried coconut dough, Poloo biscuits, often pronounced as POWLOW, are a deliciously crunchy native food from Ghana. It has a crispy exterior and a somewhat flaky inside. This food is frequently purchased from neighborhood vendors at farmers’ markets or by the side of the road.
11. Boiled Peanuts
Boiled peanuts are just raw peanuts that have been boiled in salted water for hours. Great with beer or a cold soda, these salty soft peanuts are totally addictive!
12. Roasted Maize with Coconut
A popular and easily accessible local food in Ghana, roasted corn with dried coconut is mostly marketed on the streets of Accra and other regions of the country. This is a highly filling snack made with maize and dried coconut fruit. The two dishes come together to make a delectable mouthful.
13. Peanut Brittle (Nkatie Cake)
Groundnut cake or peanut cake or peanut brittle often referred to as Nkatie Cake is a popular Ghanaian snack made from fresh roasted groundnuts or peanuts and melted sugar. Nkatie cake is a locally made snack usually shaped like a square candy bar. This is by far one of my Best Ghanaian Local Snacks EVER! It is very tasty, crunchy, and definitely a must-try when you visit Ghana.
14. Atadwe Milk
Atadwe milk is a smooth and creamy beverage made from groundnuts (peanuts) and milk. It offers a delightful combination of nutty and sweet flavors.
15. AgbeliKaklo
Agbeli Kaklo is a popular Ghanaian food that comes from the southern region of the Volta Region and is prepared from cassava. It is typically eaten with firm coconut and is quite crispy. The fact that the snack is made from cassava gives it its name.
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