Muhogo Wa Kukaanga (crispy Fried Cassava)
Muhogo wa Kukaanga, or Crispy Fried Cassava, is a popular dish in Maasai cuisine. This simple yet delicious recipe is perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cassava, peeled and cut into sticks
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the cassava sticks to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the fried cassava from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Sprinkle with salt to taste and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 37g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 1g
Supplies
Frying pan Knife Cutting board Paper towels
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Muhogo wa Kukaanga with a side of spicy tomato sauce or a tangy yogurt dip.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to dry the cassava sticks thoroughly before frying to achieve maximum crispiness.
Cost
$5