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How to cook fermented Cassava | kwanga | Congolese delicacy

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Kwanga

Cultural Context

Kwanga, a staple in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is made from fermented cassava and is often enjoyed with various stews or sauces. Traditionally, it is a communal food, symbolizing togetherness and sharing among families. This dish has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in other African countries and among diaspora communities worldwide.

CongoleseCDside
120 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 lbs cassava
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
8 large banana leaves

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potato

Sweet potato offers similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk provides a lighter option while maintaining creaminess.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used in place of palm oil.

1

Ferment the cassava for about three days.

2

Pound the fermented cassava using a mortar.

3

Grind the cassava using a grinding stone into a paste.

4

Tie the paste using banana leaves into bundles.

5

Cook the bundles.

Cooking Techniques

steamingfermentation

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowlgraterbanana leaves

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Cassava BreadKwanga de Manioc

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