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Gari Fotor

Let's explore the delightful world of gari fortor. Are you ready to spice up your mealtime? Wouldn't it be nice to have a plate of crunchy Gari mingling perfectly with a rich, spicy tomato sauce on a hot Sunday afternoon? That’s Gari Fortor!
Gari, made from cassava, is one of the cheapest commodities in Ghana. Gari fortor is basically gari mixed with a tomato based stew. Although there is no formula for this recipe, the quality and taste of your stew is what will determine the outcome of your gari fortor. 
So, whether you’re thinking of trying it for the first time or want to learn how to prepare it yourself, you’re in the right place! Let's get started!
How Is Gari Fortor Prepared?
Preparing Gari fotor is a fairly easy process. Once you have your delicious stew underway, you are on the right path to make this dish.
Making the stew, however, doesn't have to be a headache. With these simple everyday ingredient lists and cooking instructions, you can make for your family and yourself a delicious plate of Gari Fortor.
 
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Ghanaian
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • Oil
  • Fresh tomatoes
  • Onions
  • Smoked fish
  • Carrot
  • Green pepper
  • Tomato mix
  • Tomato paste
  • Powdered Pepper
  • Salt
  • Chicken stock
  • Gari

Instructions
 

  • Preheat a frying pan and add some oil
  • Add in chopped onions and tomatoes and stir for about 2–3 minutes
  • Add shredded fresh fish, carrots, green peppers and any vegetable of your choice
  • Let it cook for about five minutes while you stir intermittently
  • Add in tomato mix, tomato paste and hot pepper
  • Stir until it is well mixed
  • Mix chicken stock with gari and add it to the stew
  • Stir to thoroughly mix the gari and stew for 2-3 minutes
  • Serve hot with some fried chicken pieces

Notes

Culinary Wrap-Up

Gari fortor holds a special place in Ghanaian cuisine, showcasing the country's diverse flavors and ingredients.
This simple recipe is easy for everyone to follow, whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out.
With its blend of Gari and various proteins and vegetables, it offers a balanced meal that is both satisfying and nutritious. 
Leave a comment and let me know how this recipe turned out for you. 
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