Kokonte with Groundnut Soup

Ingredients

• For Kokonte: For Kokonte:
• 500g (17.6 oz) cassava flour 500g (17.6 oz) cassava flour
• 300ml (1 1/4 cups) water 300ml (1 1/4 cups) water
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt
• For Groundnut Soup: For Groundnut Soup:
• 200g (7 oz) roasted peanuts 200g (7 oz) roasted peanuts
• 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Water for blending Water for blending

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 30g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 5g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   - For Kokonte:
2. 2.
   1. In a large bowl, combine the cassava flour and salt.
3. 3.
   2. Gradually add water to the flour while mixing with your hands until a firm dough is formed.
4. 4.
   3. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into dumplings.
5. 5.
   4. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the dumplings.
6. 6.
   5. Cook the dumplings for about 15-20 minutes or until they are tender.
7. 7.
   6. Drain the cooked dumplings and set aside.
8. 8.
9. 9.
   - For Groundnut Soup:
10. 10.
    1. In a blender, combine the roasted peanuts, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and a little water.
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    2. Blend until smooth, adding more water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
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    3. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
13. 13.
    4. Add the blended peanut mixture to the pot and stir well.
14. 14.
    5. Add the ground ginger, nutmeg, coriander, chili powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
15. 15.
    6. Simmer the soup for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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    7. Adjust the seasoning if needed.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Cassava flour — Ensure that the cassava flour is finely ground for a smooth texture in the dumplings.
• Roasted peanuts — Use unsalted roasted peanuts for a more natural flavor in the groundnut soup.

Tips & Tricks

• To enhance the flavor of the groundnut soup, you can add a tablespoon of peanut butter.
• For a spicier soup, increase the amount of chili powder or add some chopped chili peppers.
• Serve the kokonte and groundnut soup with a side of fried plantains for a complete Ghanaian meal.

Serving advice

Serve the kokonte and groundnut soup hot. Place a few dumplings in a bowl and ladle the soup over them. Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, arrange the kokonte dumplings neatly in the center of the bowl and pour the groundnut soup around them. Drizzle a little oil on top and sprinkle with chili powder for a pop of color.