Inspired by Ghanaian Tatale (gluten-free plantain pancakes), these are made with two types of flour to produce a dough which can be rolled out. I used cookie cutters to form small round shapes. Alternatively, line muffin tins with the dough to create ‘plantain cups’, as my children call them. bake for about 5 minutes in a…
Corn Fritters
These fritters are incredibly easy and quick to make. They are a good after-school snack for children, or serve with a fried egg and some salsa for nutritious breakfast or light meal. Save Print Corn Fritters Serves: 4-6 Packed with nutrients, children (and adults too) will love these fritters. Ingredients 150g sweetcorn (canned is fine) 200g…
Plantain & Pancetta Muffins
I came up with these when my older daughter decided she no longer liked cereal, and I needed speedy breakfast alternatives. Save Print Plantain & Pancetta Muffins Serves: 12 These savoury muffins are great for breakfast or brunch. Make a double batch and freeze for up to a month. Defrost before gently warming them in…
Retro Akara Brunch
At my Nigerian boarding school, we had a tradition of School Mothers and School Daughters – a type of buddy system if you like, where older girls (in the fourth and fifth form) looked after new arrivals to the school. My School Daughter, Natasha, and I have remained in touch, thirty-odd years on. It helps that our…