Steps
- 1.
Ga Kenkey (Ga people of Ghana): Fermentation creates the characteristic sour flavor and soft texture wrapped in corn husks
- 2.
Fante Kenkey (Fante people of Ghana): Longer fermentation develops deeper sourness, traditionally wrapped in plantain leaves
- 3.
Banku (Ewe people of Ghana/Togo): Fermented corn-cassava blend that's partially cooked then fermented again
The Science
Primary Reaction
Conversion of starch to glucose