Waashee / Waakye Leaves

Waakye leaf, also known as sorghum or millet leaves, is a natural plant material used in the preparation of *waakye*, a popular Ghanaian dish made from rice and beans. The leaves are boiled with the rice and beans to give the dish its distinctive reddish-brown color and a subtle earthy flavor. In addition to enhancing the color and taste, waakye leaves are believed to add nutritional value to the dish.