Easy Omo Tuo Recipe (Ghanaian Rice Balls)
Learn how to make soft and comforting Ghanaian Omo Tuo using jasmine rice, water, and salt. Perfect with peanut soup and stews.
Servings 6 Servings
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Jasmine Rice; Washed until the water runs clear
- 3 Cups Water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash The Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cool water until the water runs mostly clear. This helps remove excess starch while still allowing enough starch to remain for the soft texture.Cook The Rice: Add the rice to a large pot along with water and salt. Bring everything to a boil over medium-high heat.Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium low, cover, and allow the rice to cook until extremely soft and tender. You want the grains to almost break apart easily when pressed with your fingers.
- Mash The Rice: Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, gently mash portions of the rice while it’s still hot. The rice should begin sticking together smoothly. *** It should not look like mashed potatoes. Rather, it should look mushy but not "mashed). You should still be able to see small particles of rice grains. Shape Into Balls: Wet a small bowl or your hands lightly with water and shape the rice into smooth round balls. (See tips in post).Serve warm with your favorite Ghanaian soup or stew.
