Pondu Avec Fufu De Likofi (grilled Tilapia With Cassava Fufu)

Pondu avec fufu de likofi is a traditional Congolese dish featuring grilled tilapia served with cassava fufu. This flavorful and hearty meal is a staple in Congolese cuisine and is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Pondu Avec Fufu De Likofi (grilled Tilapia With Cassava Fufu)

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 cups cassava flour
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup cassava leaves (pondu)
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper, then grill them over medium heat until cooked through.
  2. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and diced tomatoes until softened.
  3. Add the cassava leaves (pondu) to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the cassava flour with water to form a smooth dough for the fufu.
  5. In the same pot with the pondu mixture, add the peanut butter and stir until well combined.
  6. Simmer the pondu and peanut butter mixture for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Divide the cassava fufu into balls and serve alongside the grilled tilapia and pondu sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Grill Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Grill tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the pondu avec fufu de likofi with a side of sliced avocado and a refreshing glass of hibiscus tea.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes to the pondu sauce before serving.

Cost

$20