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Fufu
Swallow

Fufu

A smooth fermented cassava swallow commonly served with rich Nigerian soups.

⏱ 15 minutesCooking Time
🍽 4Servings
● EasyDifficulty

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cassava fufu flour
  • 4 cups water, approximately

How to make it

  1. Boil about 3 cups of the water.
  2. Mix fufu flour with the remaining cool water to make a smooth slurry without lumps.
  3. Pour the slurry into the boiling water while stirring continuously.
  4. Reduce heat and turn vigorously until the mixture becomes smooth, stretchy and glossy.
  5. Cover and steam on low heat for 3 to 5 minutes, then turn again.
  6. Add small amounts of hot water if necessary to reach the desired softness. Shape and serve hot with soup.