Sweet Cassava/Mohogo | Traditional Kenyan Dessert

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a lighter version.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

Peel and chop cassava into chunks.

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

Drain the cassava and let it cool slightly.

In a bowl, mash the cassava until smooth.

Add sugar, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mashed cassava.

Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

Add the cassava mixture to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and serve warm.

Cooking Techniques

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