Banku

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1. 1Step 1: Mix together the corn and cassava dough with water until smooth, then transfer to high heat and stir continuously.
2. 2Step 2: Depending on how moist the processed dough was at the start, more water may be added so far as the consistency is solid, but not too firm.
3. 3Step 3: Turn the heat down to medium and allow the banku to steam in the pot, surrounded by 1 or 2 tablespoons of water. This should take 5 minutes.
4. 4Step 4: Give the banku one final stir then take off the heat.
5. 5Step 5: To serve, scoop the desired amount into a wet bowl and swirl around until balls are formed.
6. 6Step 6: Banku may be served with okro stew, fante fante or grilled tilapia with shito.