Fufu Fiesta
Fufu Fiesta is a traditional Ghanaian dish that is loved for its unique texture and flavor. This recipe will guide you through the process of making this delicious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large plantains, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups of cassava, peeled and chopped
- Water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the chopped plantains and cassava in a large pot and cover with water.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the plantains and cassava are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the water and transfer the cooked plantains and cassava to a large bowl.
- Use a pestle to pound the plantains and cassava until smooth and stretchy, adding small amounts of water as needed.
- Season with salt to taste and continue pounding until well combined.
- Shape the fufu into balls and serve with your favorite soup or stew.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 50g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden pestle
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Fufu is traditionally served with light soup, groundnut soup, or palm nut soup.
Tips & tricks
For the best fufu texture, it's important to pound the plantains and cassava until smooth and stretchy.
Cost
$5