Sankofa (Traditional Ghanaian Heritage) Savory & Spiced 🌾 Gluten-Free ⚡ High-Protein ⏱️ Quick & Easy 🌱 Vegetarian

Wagashi

Fried Wagashi (Fulani Cheese) with Suya Pepper

Pan-seared squeaky artisanal cow's milk cheese dusted with spicy roasted peanut suya seasoning

Estimated Cost GH₵ 22.00 per serving

Prep & Cook ⏱ 10 mins 3m prep • 7m cook

Difficulty Easy & Quick Home kitchen

Servings

GH₵ 44.00

🇬🇭 Cultural Story & Culinary Context

"Artisanal West African cheese crafted by the Fulani people. It doesn't melt when cooked, forming a crisp golden exterior and squeaky, savory bite when dusted with spicy peanut suya powder."

— Chef Eric Adjepong, Ghana to the World

🛒 Ingredients Checklist

• For 2 servings

Cheese & Spice

250g sliced Fresh Wagashi cheese ~GH₵ 25.00
2 tbsp Suya spice blend (roasted peanut & pepper) ~GH₵ 5.00
2 tbsp for searing Vegetable oil ~GH₵ 3.00

Market Total: GH₵ 44.00

Preparation & Cooking Steps

Follow Chef Adjepong's exact techniques for authentic flavor

3 Steps

Slice

Slice wagashi into 1/2-inch thick slabs.

Sear

Heat oil in skillet; sear cheese slabs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

Dust & Serve

Dust immediately with suya spice and serve hot.

🥣

Enjoy your breakfast! Serve warm and take a moment to savor Ghanaian morning heritage.

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