West African Fufu

• Peel the cassava, slice the tuber half lengthwise, remove the inner wooden core, and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
• Peel the plantain and cut it into small cubes
• Add everything inside the blender and blend till a smooth batter is formed.

Stovetop method

• Pour the batter into a pot, place it on the stovetop over medium heat and begin stirring until a thick, paste-like doughy fufu is formed.
• Add a splash of water, cover, and leave to cook for 5 minutes on low to medium heat. Feel free to cook a little longer if you feel the fufu is not yet cooked. Stir well.
• Divide the fufu into individual sizes and wrap each with plastic wrap.
• Serve with your desired soup or stew.

Microwave method

• Pour the batter inside a safe microwave bowl, cover with a microwave-safe lid. Place in the microwave for 5 minutes.
• stir well until smooth
• Add a splash of water and return inside the microwave to cook till fully done—about 5 to 8 minutes.
• Stir again, divide into individual sizes and wrap each with plastic wrap.
• Serve with your desired soup or stew.