Fufu

Ingredients

• 1 Yuca root (cassava)
• 1 plantain (Green )
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   --- INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE BATTER ---

2. 2

   Peel the cassava, slice the tuber half lengthwise, remove the inner wooden core, and dice the potatoes into small cubes.

3. 3

   Peel the plantain and cut it into small cubes

4. 4

   Add everything inside the blender and blend till a smooth batter is formed.

5. 5

   --- Stovetop method ---

6. 6

   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.

7. 7

   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.

8. 8

   Divide the fufu into individual sizes and wrap each with plastic wrap.

9. 9

   Serve with your desired soup or stew.

10. 10

    --- Microwave method ---

11. 11

    Pour the batter inside a safe microwave bowl, cover with a microwave-safe lid. Place in the microwave for 5 minutes.

12. 12

    stir well until smooth

13. 13

    Add a splash of water and return inside the microwave to cook till fully done—about 5 to 8 minutes.

14. 14

    Stir again, divide into individual sizes and wrap each with plastic wrap.

15. 15

    Serve with your desired soup or stew.