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Eba
Swallow

Eba

A cassava based swallow made by mixing garri with hot water until firm and smooth.

⏱ 10 minutesCooking Time
🍽 4Servings
● EasyDifficulty

Ingredients

  • 3 cups garri
  • 4 cups water, approximately
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

How to make it

  1. Bring water to a rolling boil.
  2. Sprinkle garri gradually into the water while stirring continuously.
  3. Allow the mixture to absorb the water, then turn firmly until smooth and lump free.
  4. Add a little hot water if it is too hard, or a little garri if it is too soft.
  5. Cover for 1 to 2 minutes, turn again and shape into portions.
  6. Serve immediately with egusi, okra, ogbono, efo riro, afang or other soups.