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Dokunu (Fermented Corn Dumplings)

Dokunu, also called kenkey or komi, is a Ghanaian food made from fermented corn. It is eaten across west African countries, often with fried fish.

Yield 3

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 spoon cornstarch
  • Warm water
  • ½ spoon salt
  • Corn husks or plantain leaves

Instructions

  1. 1
    Combine the cornstarch and cornmeal in a bowl. Mix in enough warm water to get a smooth, stiff dough.
  2. 2
    Cover the mixture with a clean cloth, and let rest in a warm place for 2 days. It should smell sour, like sourdough.
  3. 3
    Divide the dough into 2 pieces.
  4. 4
    Heat a pot over medium heat. Add one half of the dough, and cook for about 10–15 minutes, stirring regularly.
  5. 5
    Remove from the heat, and mix the cooked dough into the uncooked dough. Season with a little salt.
  6. 6
    Portion out small pieces of dough, and roll into balls. Wrap each piece in a corn husk or plantain leaf, and secure with string.
  7. 7
    Heat water in a steamer. Add the wrapped dokunu, and steam for about 1 hour.
  8. 8
    Serve with dry fish or any sides of your choice.
Method
Steaming