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Nutritional Values
410kcal
18gProtein
4gCarbs
36gFat
—Fibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
Wagashi
How to order / say it
Say it
Wagashi — [wah-gah-shee]
Order
Can I get some Wagashi?
Locally
Puis-je avoir du Wagashi?
Say locally
A popular fried cheese made from fresh milk, often enjoyed as a snack.
Why try it?
This dish is a unique snack in Sokode, with its roots deeply embedded in traditional dairy production, reflecting the local pastoralist influences.
How it tastes
Wagashi has a mild taste with a slightly tangy flavor from the fermentation process, and a crispy, golden exterior once fried.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
Originating in the 1900s among the Fulani cattle herders, Wagashi became a fixture at local markets, offering a protein-rich snack that also stood as a symbol of hospitality.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥛 1 liter milk
- 🍋 50 ml lemon juice
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🫒 100 ml vegetable oil
Method
- 1 Boil the milk with salt.
- 2 Add lemon juice to curdle.
- 3 Mold and fry the cheese.
- 4 Serve as a snack.
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