March Cultural Workshop—Grated Cassava (Amaten Tapikoa)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water maintains moisture.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

Introduce the dish and mention the use of grated cassava or tapioca root.

Show the grated cassava and explain it can be found in Asian stores.

Mention using 14 ounces of grated cassava and 1 can of coconut milk.

Discuss using sugar and tapioca flour, and mention the option of using fresh coconut for milk.

Wash hands before starting the preparation.

Mix the grated cassava, coconut milk, and sugar in a large bowl.

Add food coloring to create three colors: red, yellow, and green, and mix well.

Prepare boiling water in a pot on medium heat for cooking.

Scoop the colored mixture into sandwich bags for cooking.

Wrap the bags and explain how to fold them for cooking.

Show the consistency of the mixture, which should be thick.

Discuss serving suggestions, mentioning it can be eaten with fish.

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