attieke
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Attiéké is a traditional Ivorian dish made from cassava. The process of its preparation involves grating and fermenting the cassava tubers, which are then cooked to create a grainy couscous-like side dish. It is a staple food in the Ivory Coast and is often served with grilled fish or meat. Its taste is subtle and slightly sour, similar to sourdough bread.
Recipe
Ingredients:
2 cups of attiéké (cassava couscous)
2 cups of water
1 teaspoon of salt
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
Instructions:
Pour the attiéké into a large bowl and break up any lumps with your fingers.
Boil the water in a pot and add the salt.
Pour the hot water over the attiéké, cover the bowl with a cloth, and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
After the attiéké has absorbed all the water, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.
Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the attiéké to the pan and stir it around until it's heated through.
Serve the attiéké warm as a side dish or as a base for meat or vegetable stews.