Asanka

The Asanka, earthenware dish, is a Ghanaian grinding pot that is made out of clay with ridges inside.[1] It comes with a wooden masher called eta or tapoli in the local language. It is commonly referred to as traditional blender and appropriately used where there is no electricity. It is also called a 'pounding pot.' The Ga' s call it Kaa whiles the Akans call it apotoyewaa or Asanka. It is commonly used in the chop bars as serving bowls.[2]

Local Ghanaian Utensil, 'Asanka"

How to use

The use of Asanka requires skill, forearm strength, and correct technique to prevent sore wrists. Ingredients are chopped into pieces prior to placing into the Askana to make grinding easier. Ridges in the Asanka reduce overall surface area in contact with ingredients, enabling it to grind effectively. Forceful use of a wooden masher, the eta or tapoli, uses the friction between the ridges to mix the ingredients. Repeating the process will pulverize and mix the ingredients over time.

Uses
  • grinding and crushing ingredients
  • de-hulling of black-eyed peas (beans)
  • smoking and steaming ingredients, a special cooking technique among the Akans, crushed and heated on a stove, which is commonly called abom.
  • Serving bowl used in the chop bars for local dishes like fufu, banku, konkonte and riceballs with soups.

Safety

It has to be cleaned and taken care of to ensure its durability.

References
  1. "Kaaa or Asanka: The Ghanaian Grinding Pot". The Spruce Eats. Retrieved 2019-07-01.
  2. "'Asanka' sellers record poor sales despite love for age-old plate - MyJoyOnline.com". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2019-07-03.


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