Veteran Ghanaian actor Fred Amugi has confidently stated that no woman can ever cause him to go hungry, attributing this to his exceptional culinary skills. Appearing on GTV’s Breakfast Show, he revealed that his signature dish is okro stew, which he distinctively prepares using coconut oil instead of the traditional palm oil. In his household, this stew is often served with rice, showcasing his versatility in meal pairings.ALSO READ: 8 health complications you can get from worrying too muchFred Amugi humorously offered to cook for the show’s host, Kafui Dey, assuring him that he would not doubt his cooking abilities or suspect that a woman had prepared the meal.Recommended For YouNews2025-05-24T10:45:33+00:00Ghana to export nurses and teachers to Jamaica – Ablakwa reveals bilateral dealEntertainment2025-05-23T15:09:31+00:00Smirnoff in the mix vol. 2: A bold celebration of Ghana’s DJ culture, powered by Chichi DJSports2025-05-23T15:15:50+00:00Call me a thief and face the consequences – GFA president Kurt Okraku warnsGFA President Kurt Okraku warns he will take legal action against those who falsely accuse him of being a “thief.” All he had to say…Amugi’s passion for cooking began in his childhood. At the age of nine, his mother would assign him cooking duties for specific weeks, while on other days, he would observe her, learning valuable culinary skills. His expertise extends beyond okro stew; he also mentioned his ability to pound and turn fufu independently, demonstrating his proficiency in traditional Ghanaian cuisine.READ ALSO: Power struggle in Ghana movie industry is killing us – Fred AmugiHe recalled his father’s words: “What the girls can do, you should be able to do too,” a lesson that has greatly influenced him.READ ALSO: 6 proven ways to make your long distance relationship workThe actor appeared on the show to discuss the upcoming stage play Ghana Must Go, written by celebrated playwright Latif Abubakar. The play is set to premiere on 24–25 May 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre. The narrative follows a group of friends who, weary of life in the diaspora, return to Ghana to face an uncertain future and rediscover their roots.