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Local Ghanaian Utensil, 'Asanka"

The Asanka, earthenware dish, is a Ghanaian grinding pot that is made out of clay with ridges inside.[1] It is one of the kitchen tools commonly used in Ghanaian homes.[citation needed] 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]

History

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Earthenware dish is one of the oldest kitchen tools in Ghana and can be found in almost every Ghanaian home. it is an integral part of Ghana's culture and known as one of the old pottery professions in Ghana among the women of some districts, Indigens of some towns in the Eastern, Bono and Ashanti regions of Ghana involved in the mass production of pottery items includes Amanfrom, Besease, Jejeti, Mpraseso, Oframoase, Tanoso etc.[3]

How to use

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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 Asanka 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.[citation needed]

Uses

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Safety

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

References

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  1. ^ "Kaaa or Asanka: The Ghanaian Grinding Pot". The Spruce Eats. Retrieved 2019-07-01.
  • ^ "'Asanka' sellers record poor sales despite love for age-old plate - MyJoyOnline.com". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2019-07-03.
  • ^ Segbefia, Sedem (2021-04-02). "#Kwahuandproud: Growing the pottery industry - the Kwahu 'Ayewa' story". The Business & Financial Times. Retrieved 2022-09-12.
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