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Transforming the cowpea in Ghana

Dr. John Eleblu was born in Ghana where cowpeas are common ingredient in many local dishes. In face, one of Ghana's most popular dishes, waakye, cannot exist without cowpeas. When added to rice, the red or black hues from the cowpeas not only give the ish a beautiful tint, but also a unique tatse. Dr. Eleblu's favourite meal is cowpea in oil and pepper sauce served with gari and fried plantains, popularly known as Red Red.  Read more...