• Akyeke

Akyeke (Attiéké, Acheke) is a delicacy made from grated cassava and usually served with fried fish, stew, soup and ground pepper.

Akyeke is very popular in the western parts of Ghana and Africa. In Côte d’Ivoire, it is known as Attiéké.

The dish is prepared from fermented cassava that has been grated and steamed.

 Ingredients

• 1 cup of dried, steamed or grated cassava

• 1 cup of water

• 2 teaspoonfuls of olive oil or palm oil

• 2 peppers

• 1/2 medium onion

• Salt to taste

• Seasoning cubes (Optional)

• Tuna (optional)

Instructions

• In a large bowl, mix akyeke with water

• After complete absorption of water, stir akyeke with a fork.

• Under low heat, pour akyekeinto a pan and steam while stirring for about four minutes or microwave for two to three minutes.

• Remove from heat and dishinto a large bowl.

• Add oil, tuna, diced onion and pepper to taste. Stir to combine

• Serve warm with stew of choice.