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.

Fufu Fiesta

Ingredients

  • 2 large plantains, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups of cassava, peeled and chopped
  • Water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped plantains and cassava in a large pot and cover with water.
  2. Bring to a boil and cook until the plantains and cassava are tender, about 20 minutes.
  3. Drain the water and transfer the cooked plantains and cassava to a large bowl.
  4. Use a pestle to pound the plantains and cassava until smooth and stretchy, adding small amounts of water as needed.
  5. Season with salt to taste and continue pounding until well combined.
  6. 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