According to a global study, Ghanaians rank sixth among the top ten countries for eating a well-balanced meal.
The study’s ten healthy food items – fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes, nuts and seeds, fish, omega-3s, wholegrain, total polyunsaturated fatty acids, and dietary fibre – are, in fact, some of the ingredients used in most Ghanaian dishes.
Below are some of the healthy Ghanaian food:
- Garden Eggs Stew: Garden eggs are high in fiber, which aids in weight loss. It is also known to have a high nutritional value for pregnant women, who can easily become deficient in nutrients due to the baby’s food consumption in the womb.
It also helps to improve your vision, control your sugar levels, and reduce liver disorders. It can be used to make not only sauces but also light soups. It is commonly used in salads or as a meal substitute for meat or chicken.
- Kontomire Sauce or Soup: Kontomire, also known as cocoyam leaves, has numerous health benefits. It is high in vitamin C, an oxidant that is known to help prevent cancer.
It also aids in food digestion and reduces the risk of digestive problems. It influences weight loss because it is low in fat and high in protein. It contains Omega 3 fatty acids, which aid in treating diseases such as lupus and arthritis.
Similarly, it aids in blood pressure control and even increases sperm production in men. It also contains dopamine, which aids in mood control and memory enhancement.
- Palm Nuts Soup: Palm nut soup made from palm kernel oil, also known as Abenkwan in the Akan language, is exceptionally high in nutrients such as vitamin E.
Palm kernel oil contains unsaturated fats that promote healthy joints, skin, and bones. It is also infused with numerous antioxidants, which aid in the protection of the skin against toxins and harmful UV rays.
It is well-known for its anti-aging properties, and it also contains no trans fat, making it ideal for weight loss. You can also be sure that its high vitamin A content will improve your vision.
- Banku with Pepper and Salmon: At first glance, Banku appears to be a no-go zone for you if you’re trying to control or lose weight, right? Keep your cool! This dish pairs well with pepper and salmon.
When appropriately prepared with onions and tomatoes, the pepper provides a lot of vitamins, whereas salmon has a lot of omega-3 fatty acids, proteins, phosphorus, and vitamins.
It aids in weight management! If you’re watching your weight, try smoking salmon and grinding some pepper instead of fried fish or chicken.
- Jollof Rice with Fish: The age-old debate about “Ghana Jollof” will never die, but while we think about the taste and aroma, let us remember that it is also a good meal when trying to lose weight.
You can eat your favorite foods without worrying about the Gym, particularly if you eat your jollof with fish rather than chicken or red meat.
Even the jollof is prepared with a “sauce” or stew that is frequently high in vitamins. Limit the amount of oil used and serve the jollof with fresh leaves/salad and some tuna or fish. You’ll be just fine.
- Kelewele: Kelewele contains a lot of potassium, carbohydrates, and protein. When added groundnuts, the entire meal has a high amount of protein, which is very good for human health.
- Waakye: Waakye’s leaves add flavor and give it its distinctive reddish-brown color. The leaves are also high in antioxidants, which can benefit human health. These antioxidants can protect cells in the body from damage and are thought to aid in treating various diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
Cooking methods, however, can affect antioxidant levels in food and their effects, and waakye is no exception.
Conclusion
All of the Ghanaian dishes mentioned above have numerous health benefits that will leave you feeling healthy and looking healthy. These dishes can be found at a restaurant or local food joint that deals with authentic Ghanaian dishes.
