Cassava & Plantain FUFU (2 easy ways)

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often more affordable.

meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Lean turkey is lower in fat, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

Peel the cassava and plantain.

Remove the core from the cassava, as it is not edible.

Cut the cassava and plantain into very small pieces.

Add the small pieces to a blender with a tad bit of water.

Blend until very smooth, ensuring the texture is not too runny.

Pour the blended mixture into a microwave-safe bowl and cover it.

Cook in the microwave for about 6 minutes.

After 6 minutes, mix well to combine everything.

Return to the microwave for another 2 minutes to ensure it is thoroughly cooked.

Form the fufu into a nice bowl shape, wetting your fingers to prevent stickiness.

Optionally, wrap in plastic wrap to keep it soft and moist.

For the stovetop version, add the remaining blended mixture to a pot over low to medium heat.

Cook for about 7 to 8 minutes, constantly mixing to prevent lumps from forming.

If the mixture becomes too thick, add a bit of water to loosen the texture.

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