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Smooth Cassava and Plantain Balls

Indulge in these smooth and delightful balls made from boiled, mashed cassava roots and ripe yellow plantains, traditionally enjoyed as an African side dish.

Recipe Info

Prep time
Prep Time
60 min
Difficulty
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
Servings
2 servings

Nutrition

calories240calories
carbohydrates39g
fat10g
protein4g

Ingredients

4 yucca (cassava) roots, peeled and sliced
5 medium yellow plantains, with peels on
0.5 cup butter, or more as needed

Directions

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Place cassava and unpeeled plantains into a large pot. Fill with enough water to cover and bring to a boil.

3

Cook until cassava is soft, about 30 minutes; drain.

4

Remove and discard plantain peels from plantains.

5

Mash cassava and plantains with butter. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth, adding more butter if needed.

6

Portion the dough into balls.