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World Street Foods Ghanaians Can Make at Home: Fun, Easy Global Recipes

2025-12-05
World Street Foods Ghanaians Can Make at Home: Fun, Easy Global Recipes

Street food is one of the best ways to experience a country’s culture — quick, flavourful, bold and incredibly satisfying. Fortunately, you don’t need to travel abroad to taste the world. Many international street foods can be recreated right here in Ghana using common supermarket ingredients, local spices and simple techniques.

Whether you love crunchy snacks, spicy fast foods or sweet delights, this guide shows you global street foods you can make at home — fun, delicious and perfect for parties, weekends or trying something new during the festive season.

1. Tacos (Mexico)

Tacos are one of the easiest and most versatile street foods.

What you need:

  • Tortilla wraps

  • Chicken/beef/fish/beans

  • Tomatoes, onions, lettuce

  • Paprika, garlic, pepper

  • Cheese (optional)

How to serve:

Fill your wrap, fold, and enjoy.
Ghanaians love tacos for their bold seasoning and customisable fillings.

2. Samosas (India / Middle East)

Samosas are already popular in Ghana — crispy pastry pockets filled with spicy meat or vegetables.

Filling ideas:

  • Minced beef

  • Potatoes + peas

  • Chicken + carrots

  • Spicy tuna

Serve hot with a chili dip.

3. Shawarma (Middle East)

One of Ghana’s most beloved street foods.

Ingredients:

  • Shawarma bread

  • Chicken or beef

  • Cabbage, onions, peppers

  • Garlic-mayo sauce

  • Ketchup

Wrap and grill until warm and juicy.

4. Churros (Spain)

A sweet, crispy treat perfect for kids and dessert lovers.

How to make:

  • Mix flour, butter, sugar and water

  • Pipe into hot oil

  • Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar

Serve with melted chocolate.

5. Bao Buns (China)

Soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with savoury meat or vegetables.

Filling ideas:

  • Honey soy chicken

  • Spicy beef

  • Crispy fish

  • Mushrooms + peppers

Bao buns bring a soft, melt-in-mouth street food experience.

6. Arepas (Venezuela & Colombia)

Cornmeal patties stuffed with meat, cheese or beans.

How to prepare:

  • Mix cornmeal with water and salt

  • Shape and grill

  • Slice and fill with chicken, cheese or avocado

A delicious gluten-free option.

7. Spring Rolls (China / Southeast Asia)

Crunchy, tasty and perfect for parties.

Fillings:

  • Vegetables

  • Chicken

  • Noodles

  • Beef

Serve with sweet chili sauce.

8. Hot Dogs (USA)

A simple but iconic street food.

Topping ideas:

  • Ketchup + mustard

  • Caramelised onions

  • Coleslaw

  • Chili beef

  • Cheese

Hot dogs are affordable and kid-friendly.

9. Gyros (Greece)

Similar to shawarma but with Mediterranean flavours.

What you need:

  • Pita bread

  • Chicken/beef

  • Garlic yogurt sauce

  • Lettuce, onions, tomatoes

Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

10. Fish & Chips (UK)

Crispy fried fish with golden potato chips.

Ingredients:

  • Red fish or tilapia fillets

  • Flour + spices

  • Potatoes

  • Oil

A great alternative to regular fried fish.

11. Korean Corn Dogs (South Korea)

A trending street food popular on TikTok.

How to make:

  • Dip sausage or cheese in a thick batter

  • Roll in breadcrumbs

  • Fry until golden

Top with ketchup or chili sauce.

12. Falafel (Middle East)

Crispy chickpea balls packed with flavour.

Ingredients:

  • Chickpeas

  • Garlic

  • Parsley

  • Cumin

  • Onion

Serve in wraps or with homemade dip.

13. Jamaican Jerk Chicken Bites (Caribbean)

Spicy, smoky and perfect for grills.

Seasoning mix:

  • Scotch bonnet

  • Thyme

  • Ginger

  • Garlic

  • Allspice

Serve with rice or bread rolls.

14. Pad Thai (Thailand)

Stir-fried noodles with sweet, sour and savoury notes.

Ingredients:

  • Flat noodles

  • Eggs

  • Soy sauce + vinegar

  • Vegetables

  • Chicken or shrimp

Ghanaians love this because it resembles fried noodles with more flavour layers.

15. Mini Pizzas (Italy)

Fast, fun and great for kids.

How to make:

  • Use bread, dough or English muffins

  • Add tomato sauce

  • Add cheese & toppings

  • Bake until golden

Easy and interactive for gatherings.

Tips for Making World Street Foods in Ghana

1. Find ingredients in local supermarkets

Shoprite, MaxMart, Palace and Asian stores stock many essentials.

2. Use Ghanaian spices for fusion flavour

Jollof spices, shito, kpakpo shito and ginger work great in international dishes.

3. Keep portions small

Street foods are meant to be bite-sized.

4. Experiment with fillings and toppings

Make the recipes your own.

Conclusion

World street foods bring excitement, creativity and new flavours right into your Ghanaian kitchen. From tacos and churros to shawarma, bao buns and jerk chicken, these dishes are fun to make and perfect for parties, date nights, and December celebrations.

Trying global recipes doesn’t require travel — just curiosity, simple ingredients and a little kitchen adventure. Enjoy exploring the world through food!