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Comment faire le PLACALI EN GRANDE QUANTITÉ/ HOW TO COOK Ivorian cassava dough?

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Placali

Cultural Context

Placali, a traditional dish from Côte d'Ivoire, is made primarily from cassava and is often served with a variety of sauces. It reflects the culinary heritage of the Akan people, showcasing the importance of cassava in West African diets. Today, placali is enjoyed in various forms across the region, often adapted with local ingredients and served at communal gatherings, celebrating Ivorian culture.

IvorianCImain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs cassava
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup fermented corn
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon spices
for sauce

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: plantains

Sweet potato offers a similar texture with added nutrients.

fermented corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice flour

Quinoa provides protein while being gluten-free.

1

Peel and chop cassava into chunks.

2

Boil cassava in water until tender, about 20-30 minutes.

3

Drain cassava and let it cool slightly.

4

Mash the cassava until smooth and free of lumps.

5

In a pot, combine mashed cassava with water and salt.

6

Stir continuously over low heat until it thickens, about 10 minutes.

7

Add fermented corn and mix well until fully incorporated.

8

Continue stirring until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pot, about 5 minutes.

9

Shape the placali into balls or a flat disk.

10

Serve warm with a sauce of your choice.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingstirring

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Fufu de maniocPlacali de manioc

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