Easy African Fufu Recipe (So Healthy!)

1. Prepare the Cassava Dough:
   • In a mixing bowl, gradually add water to the cassava flour while stirring continuously. Keep adding water and stirring until you achieve a smooth, stretchy, and elastic dough-like consistency.
2. Knead the Dough:
   • Transfer the cassava dough onto a clean surface and knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth. This process helps activate the stretchy properties of cassava flour.

1. Shape into Balls:
   • Divide the dough into small, golf ball-sized portions.
2. Cook the Fufu:
   • In a pot, bring water to a boil.
   • Drop the cassava balls into the boiling water and allow them to cook for about 10-15 minutes or until they become firm and slightly translucent.
3. Drain and Serve:
   • Drain the cooked cassava fufu balls from the water.

1. Pound or Mash (Optional):
   • If you prefer a smoother texture, you can pound or mash the cooked cassava fufu using a mortar and pestle, a fufu pounder, or the back of a spoon.
2. Serve with Soup or Stew:
   • Serve the cassava fufu with your favorite African soup, stew, or sauce.

Tips:

• Consistency: The consistency of your fufu depends on personal preference. Some people like it firm and stretchy, while others prefer it softer and smoother.
• Adjusting Thickness: You can adjust the thickness of the fufu by adding more cassava flour if it’s too thin or more water if it’s too thick.
• Flavor Options: Feel free to experiment with other starchy vegetables or flours, such as yams, plantains, or a combination, to create different variations of fufu.

This healthier cassava fufu recipe provides a simple and nutritious alternative to traditional fufu recipes. Enjoy it with your favorite African dishes!