About Contact

Fufu Recipe

By Admin

Fufu (or foofoo or foufou) is possibly one the most famous west African ”swallow” foods. It is a filling side dish – starchy, smooth, dense, and stretchy that is much beloved because it is delicious, simple, satisfying, and easy to prepare.

fufu recipe

Fufu

fufu recipe

Fufu – A filling side dish, simple and satisfying and easy to prep. The perfect accompaniment to soups/stews and protein.

Prep: 10min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 218 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 Yuca root (cassava)
  • 1 plantain (Green )
  • ¼ cup water

Instruction:

  1. Add everything inside the blender and blend till a smooth batter is formed.
  2. Serve with your desired soup or stew.
  3. Serve with your desired soup or stew.

Fufu Recipe

fufu recipe

Fufu is a staple of West African cuisine you can easily serve with stews and soups to complete a delicious and satisfying meal. Traditionally made from cassava root and green plantains, it is a smooth, dense, soul-satisfying, and mild-flavored side dish that turns almost any dinner into finger food.

Prep: 20min

Serving Size: 250 g

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 250 g, calories 445 kcal, Carbohydrate 91 g, Protein 3.5 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 98 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 12 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium cassava tuber
  • 2 fingers green plantain ((unripe))
  • Water ((enough to just cover the cassava and plantain))
  • 1 teaspoon salt, (optional)

Instruction:

  1. Turn it onto a wet plate or bowl and fold it into itself until it is smooth.
  2. The fufu is ready to serve with the soup of your choice.

2 Easy ways to make Fufu

FAQ

What is fufu made out of?

It consists of starchy foods—such as cassava, yams, or plantains—that have been boiled, pounded, and rounded into balls; the pounding process, which typically involves a mortar and pestle, can be laborious. Fufu is often dipped into sauces or eaten with stews of meat, fish, or vegetables.

How do you make fufu?

What does it taste like? Again, the taste of fufu varies depending on what is used to make it, but in general, it has a mild, slightly sour taste, and has been compared to both sweet potatoes and regular potatoes. Its subtle flavour makes it the perfect accompaniment for rich, bold African soups.

What does fufu taste like?

Like many traditional West African ingredients and dishes, fufu has immense health benefits: Not only is it low in cholesterol, it is rich in fiber, potassium and resistant starch, which feeds the beneficial bacteria in your gut and may help reduce inflammation and promote digestive health, and contains vitamin C, …

Related posts:

  1. Pasta Salad Recipe
  2. Miso Soup Recipe
  3. Coconut Rice Recipe
  4. Arepas Recipe
About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

Fried Zucchini Recipe

Green Chili Recipe

Leave a Comment