Africa: Nigeria: Nigerian Fufu (Starchy Ground Provisions Like Cassava Root Vegetables, Green Plaintains or Yams, Cornmeal and Oatmeal) INGREDIENTS:
1 pound cassava
1 pound plantains It’s best to use the plantains that are not completely ripe.
water
salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
Boiling the cassava and plantains before blending or pounding. It’s much easier to handle as they’re softer after boiling.
Test the cassava and plantain using a fork after 15 minutes of boiling. Remove from heat when they’re soft.
It’s important to add water gradually to the mixture to reach your desired consistency. Too much water will make your fufu too soft.
You should use plastic wraps when shaping the fufu as it’s very sticky.
Besides cassava and plantain, you can also use other ingredients like yam, oatmeal, and cornmeal.
Rinse the cassava and plantains with cold water. Peel the skin and cut them into chunks.
In a large pot add water and bring it to boil.
Add cassava and plantain pieces, and boil them for about 15-20 minutes until they’re soft. Test by piercing with a fork after 15 minutes.
Transfer the pieces to a food processor or blender using a slotted spoon.
Pulse to blend, adding water GRADUALLY, until it reaches your desired consistency. It’s important to add small amount of water each time.
Transfer the mixture into a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place a piece of plastic wrap on the counter, and take about 2 spoons of the mixture to the middle of the wrap. Shape it into balls. Repeat with the rest of the dough. You’ll get about 8-10 fufu balls. Serve them with stew or soup.
