Fufu
Fufu - A filling side dish, simple and satisfying and easy to prep. The perfect accompaniment to soups/stews and protein.
Ingredients
- 1yuca root (cassava)
- 1plantain (green )
- ¼ cupwater
Directions
Instructions for the batter
- 1
Peel the cassava, slice the tuber half lengthwise, remove the inner wooden core, and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
- 2
Peel the plantain and cut it into small cubes
- 3
Add everything inside the blender and blend till a smooth batter is formed.
Stovetop method
- 1
Pour the batter into a pot, place it on the stovetop over medium heat and begin stirring until a thick, paste-like doughy fufu is formed.
- 2
Add a splash of water, cover, and leave to cook for 5 minutes on low to medium heat. Feel free to cook a little longer if you feel the fufu is not yet cooked. Stir well.
- 3
Divide the fufu into individual sizes and wrap each with plastic wrap.
- 4
Serve with your desired soup or stew.
Microwave method
- 1
Pour the batter inside a safe microwave bowl, cover with a microwave-safe lid. Place in the microwave for 5 minutes.
- 2
stir well until smooth
- 3
Add a splash of water and return inside the microwave to cook till fully done—about 5 to 8 minutes.
- 4
Stir again, divide into individual sizes and wrap each with plastic wrap.
- 5
Serve with your desired soup or stew.