Kanda (cassava Fritters With Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Kanda is a popular dish in Central African cuisine, made with cassava and served with a spicy tomato sauce. It's a delicious and filling snack or appetizer that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Kanda (cassava Fritters With Spicy Tomato Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated cassava
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the grated cassava, chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, and salt.
  2. Add the all-purpose flour to the mixture and combine well.
  3. Form the cassava mixture into small patties and set aside.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Fry the cassava patties until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels.
  6. In a separate saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, cayenne pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve the cassava fritters with the spicy tomato sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large bowl Frying pan Saucepan Paper towels

Tools

Grater Knife Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the kanda with a side of fresh salad and a cold beverage for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper to the tomato sauce. You can also customize the fritters by adding chopped herbs or spices to the cassava mixture.

Cost

$8