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Handmade in Ghana: How Asanka Bowls Are Crafted by Local Artisans

Handmade in Ghana: How Asanka Bowls Are Crafted by Local Artisans

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Handmade in Ghana: How Asanka Bowls Are Crafted by Local Artisans The handmade Asanka bowl is more than cookware—it’s a story of tradition, craftsm...
Handmade in Ghana: How Asanka Bowls Are Crafted by Local Artisans

Handmade in Ghana: How Asanka Bowls Are Crafted by Local Artisans

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Handmade in Ghana: How Asanka Bowls Are Crafted by Local Artisans The handmade Asanka bowl is more than cookware—it’s a story of tradition, craftsm...
Where to Buy Grains of Selim in Stores

Where to Buy Grains of Selim in Stores

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Where to Buy Grains of Selim in Stores Looking for grains of selim near me? Whether you call it hwentia or uda, this smoky, citrusy spice can be tr...
The Art of Grinding: How the Asanka Enhances Flavor Naturally

The Art of Grinding: How the Asanka Enhances Flavor Naturally

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The Art of Grinding: How the Asanka Enhances Flavor Naturally Ghana’s clay grinding bowl—the Asanka—does more than crush ingredients. Its ridged ea...
Best Substitutes for Grains of Selim in Recipes

Best Substitutes for Grains of Selim in Recipes

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Best Substitutes for Grains of Selim in Recipes Can’t find hwentia/uda today? No stress—this guide shows you the smartest grains of selim substitut...
Why Every Ghanaian Home Has an Asanka: The Cultural Story Behind the Bowl

Why Every Ghanaian Home Has an Asanka: The Cultural Story Behind the Bowl

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Why Every Ghanaian Home Has an Asanka: The Cultural Story Behind the Bowl From bustling chop bars to quiet family kitchens, the Asanka bowl sits at...
Practical Guide to Using and Substituting Grains of Selim

Practical Guide to Using and Substituting Grains of Selim

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Practical Guide to Using and Substituting Grains of Selim Grains of Selim (also called hwentia or uda) add smoky, woody, slightly citrus depth to s...
Top 5 African Kitchen Tools Every Home Chef Should Own

Top 5 African Kitchen Tools Every Home Chef Should Own

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Top 5 African Kitchen Tools Every Home Chef Should Own African kitchens are built on heritage, flavor, and ingenuity. From clay bowls that enhance ...
African Red Pepper Varieties

African Red Pepper Varieties

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African Red Pepper Varieties From bright cayenne-style powders to fiery bird’s-eye blends, african red pepper delivers clean heat and vivid color t...
West African Hot Pepper Seasoning

West African Hot Pepper Seasoning

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West African Hot Pepper Seasoning Bold, bright, and deeply aromatic—west african hot pepper seasoning is the backbone of countless sauces, stews, g...
Asanka vs Mortar and Pestle: What's the Difference and Which Should You Use?

Asanka vs Mortar and Pestle: What's the Difference and Which Should You Use?

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Asanka vs Mortar and Pestle: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Use? If you love big flavor and rustic texture, you’ve likely considered bo...
How to Use an Asanka Bowl: The Traditional Ghanaian Way of Grinding and Cooking

How to Use an Asanka Bowl: The Traditional Ghanaian Way of Grinding and Cooking

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How to Use an Asanka Bowl: The Traditional Ghanaian Way of Grinding and Cooking The Asanka bowl, also called the “Apotoyewa,” is one of Ghana’s mos...
African Chilli Peppers: Spice and Heat

African Chilli Peppers: Spice and Heat

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African Chilli Peppers: Spice and Heat African chilli peppers bring bright heat, fruity aroma, and an unmistakable kick to sauces, stews, marinades...
Types of African Peppers: From Selim to Chilli

Types of African Peppers: From Selim to Chilli

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Types of African Peppers: From Selim to Chilli African cuisine celebrates a vibrant spectrum of peppers—from the smoky depth of Grains of Selim to ...