Mangu

cassava-fufu

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Cassava Fufu is a traditional African dish made from fermented and sieved cassava. It is a staple food in many African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, and Cameroon. The dish is prepared by pounding the cassava in a mortar until it becomes a soft and stretchy dough, which is then served with a variety of soups or stews. It is known for its slightly sour taste, which is a result of the fermentation process.

cassava tuber

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cassava tuber

  • Water


Instructions:

  1. Peel the cassava tuber and cut it into chunks.

  2. Rinse the cassava chunks thoroughly with water.

  3. Place the cassava chunks in a large pot, add water until they are completely submerged.

  4. Boil the cassava until it becomes very soft and easy to crush.

  5. Drain the water and place the boiled cassava in a mortar.

  6. Pound the cassava with a pestle until it becomes a smooth paste.

  7. Wrap the cassava paste in a clean cloth and place it in a bowl.

  8. Press the wrapped cassava paste to remove excess water.

  9. Unwrap the cloth and the cassava fufu is ready to serve.