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How to Make Cassava Friters (English) - [Episode 240]

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Cassava Fritters

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse culinary landscape of Mauritius, cassava fritters are a popular street food that reflects the island's multicultural heritage. Traditionally made with grated cassava and spices, they are enjoyed as a savory snack or appetizer, often served with chutney. Today, these fritters have found their way into various cuisines around the world, celebrated for their crispy texture and delightful flavor.

MauritianMUsnack
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 big cassava roots
vegetable oil
salt

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potato

Sweet potato offers a similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and easier to find.

1

Cut cassava roots into manageable sizes.

2

Peel the cassava completely, ensuring no peel remains.

3

Cut the cassava in the center and remove the vein.

4

Shred the cassava using a meat shredder or handheld grater.

5

Sprinkle shredded cassava with a little bit of salt and mix well.

6

Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a big frying pan over high temperature.

7

Use a 1/4 cup to scoop the cassava mixture and drop it into the hot oil.

8

Fry the fritters until one side is golden yellow, then turn to fry the other side.

9

Optionally, fill the center of the fritters with ground meat before frying.

10

Once golden brown, remove fritters from the oil and place them on absorbent paper.

11

Smash the fritters using any method you prefer.

12

Return the smashed fritters to the frying pan to fry until crispy on both sides.

13

Remove the crispy fritters and place them back on absorbent paper to absorb excess oil.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

meat shredderfrying panabsorbent paper napkin

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carbpaleo

Also Known As

Alouda FrittersCassava Cakes

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