Typically served with Kontomire stew, Ampesi consists of boiled plantain and yam that are soft on the inside but still have a firm texture.
Ghanaian jollof rice uses aromatic Thai jasmine rice with more spices like ginger and garlic blended into the pepper mix.
The combination of tender black-eyed peas simmered in a thick tomato sauce with spices such as paprika, ginger, and garlic is absolutely unique.
This traditional Ghanaian dish is typically served with rice or any starchy side and pairs perfectly with fermented corn dough or cassava dough.