Cassava Fufu With Egusi Soup
Cassava Fufu with Egusi Soup is a traditional dish from Sierra Leone that is both hearty and delicious. The fufu, made from cassava, provides a perfect base for the rich and flavorful egusi soup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cassava flour
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup egusi seeds
- 1 pound beef, cut into cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup palm oil
- 2 tablespoons ground crayfish
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Gradually add the cassava flour to the boiling water, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and elastic. Remove from heat and shape into balls.
- In a separate pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and egusi seeds. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a simmer. Cook for 30-40 minutes until the beef is tender and the egusi seeds have thickened the soup.
- Stir in the ground crayfish, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste. Add the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve the cassava fufu alongside the egusi soup and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Separate pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop Measuring cups Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Cassava Fufu with Egusi Soup with a side of fried plantains for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the beef with mushrooms or tofu in the egusi soup.
Cost
$15