Waakye

Waakye is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from cooked rice and beans, usually black-eyed peas, which are prepared together with millet leaves or other natural additives that give the dish a distinctive reddish-brown color. It is often served as a hearty meal, accompanied by various sides such as fried plantains, boiled eggs, spaghetti, or meats like fish and chicken. Waakye is popular for breakfast or lunch, offering a satisfying combination of carbohydrates and protein, and is deeply rooted in Ghanaian culinary culture, reflecting local flavors and communal eating traditions.