10 Popular Street Breakfasts You Must Try in Accra, Ghana
Accra, Ghana’s buzzing capital, wakes up to the rhythm of sizzling oil, bubbling porridge, and the laughter of food vendors serving breakfast to early risers. Ghanaian breakfast culture is rich, comforting, and deeply rooted in tradition , a reflection of the country’s love for flavour and community.
If you ever find yourself in Accra (or miss the taste of home abroad), here are 10 of the most popular street breakfasts in Ghana that capture the heart of the city’s mornings.
Millet Porridge (Koko)
Millet porridge — locally called Hausa koko, is a comforting, slightly tangy porridge made from fermented millet flour and local spices. It’s served hot and often enjoyed with koose (fried bean cakes), bofrot (doughnuts), bread, or roasted groundnuts. Hausa koko isn’t just breakfast, it’s a warm Ghanaian hug in a bowl.
Bofrot/Bofloat (Ghanaian Doughnuts)
These golden, deep-fried dough balls are crisp on the outside, soft and airy inside, and just sweet enough to pair with tea or porridge. Bofrot is one of the most beloved breakfast snacks on the streets of Accra and one when on the move!
Tom Brown
Tom Brown is a hearty Ghanaian breakfast cereal made from roasted maize, groundnuts, soybeans and other grains. It’s blended into a fine powder and cooked into a creamy porridge. Rich in protein and energy, Tom Brown is a childhood favourite for many Ghanaians.
Oat Porridge
Oat porridge has become a modern staple on Accra’s streets. Vendors serve it hot with milk, sugar, or honey offering a wholesome start to the day. It’s especially loved by those looking for a lighter, fiber-rich breakfast.
Wheat Porridge
Wheat porridge is another simple but satisfying breakfast found across Accra. It’s served hot with milk and sugar, giving that smooth, creamy texture that keeps you full till lunch.
Rice Water (Rice Porridge)
Rice water is made by boiling rice in plenty of water until it becomes soft and creamy. Served with milk, sugar, or bread, it’s a gentle and nostalgic breakfast that many Ghanaians grew up with.
Groundnut Porridge
Often mistaken for Tom Brown, groundnut porridge is made from groundnut paste (peanut butter) and water. It’s creamy, nutty, and sometimes spiced with a hint of pepper for a unique Ghanaian kick. A true breakfast powerhouse!
Tea and Bread
A classic street combo for Ghanaian tea (often made with cocoa or Milo) served hot or cold with buttered bread, fried eggs, or sausages. Simple, filling, and a go-to breakfast for students, workers, and families alike.
Gobɛ (Gari and Beans)
Known affectionately as “Red Red” in some areas, Gobɛ is a hearty and filling breakfast made with black-eyed beans cooked in palm oil and served with gari (cassava flakes). It’s often topped with fried ripe plantain, boiled egg, fish and some avocado. Loved for its rich flavour and affordability, Gobɛ is a true Accra classic, a power food for a busy day ahead.
Waakye
No Accra breakfast lineup is complete without Waakye. This flavourful mix of rice and beans, cooked with millet leaves to give it that iconic reddish-brown hue, is usually served with spaghetti, boiled egg, fried fish, stew, or shito. Waakye is more than breakfast, it’s a lifestyle and a weekend ritual for many Ghanaians.
Yam and Kontomire Stew
For those who love a heavier start, boiled or fried yam served with kontomire (cocoyam leaves) stew hits the spot. The stew is cooked with onions, tomatoes, palm oil, and fish — pure Ghanaian comfort food.
Ginger Tea
Fresh, spicy, and warming Ghanaian ginger tea is brewed from grated fresh ginger and sometimes infused with cloves or lemongrass. It’s energizing and soothing, perfect for cool Accra mornings.
At Aftrad Village Kitchen, we believe every meal tells a story. A story of heritage, resilience, and flavour. Our range of authentic Ghanaian food products and spices helps you recreate these traditional breakfasts wherever you are in the world.
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