Banku mix is a ready-to-use flour blend of fermented cornmeal and cassava for making the traditional Ghanaian dish, Banku. It produces a smooth, whitish, fermented dough with a distinctive sour taste and a slightly sticky texture. Banku is typically formed into balls and served as a staple accompaniment with various Ghanaian soups, stews, and grilled fish.
Banku mix is made from fermented maize and dry cassava and is a source of carbohydrates and fiber, with moderate protein and low fat and sugar content. Nutritional values vary by brand, but a typical 100g serving contains approximately 364 kcal, 71.8g of carbohydrates, 7.2g of fiber, 11.7g of protein, and 3.6g of fat. Banku is a staple food in Ghana, often eaten with stews, soups, or pepper.