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Cassava bread recipe
Enjoy the delightful taste of Liberian cassava bread!
Ingredients
- 500 g cassava
- 250 ml water
- 1 tsp salt
- 200 ml coconut milk
How to make Cassava bread
- Begin by peeling 500 g of cassava and grate it finely using a grater.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cassava with 250 ml of water and 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring until mixed well.
- Strain this mixture through cheesecloth or a fine sieve to remove excess liquid, ensuring it's dry.
- Transfer the cassava pulp to a separate bowl and blend with 200 ml of coconut milk until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cassava mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, forming a thin layer.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake for about 30-40 minutes until the edges are golden brown and firm.
- Remove the cassava bread from the oven and let it cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before cutting.
- Cut into squares for serving and enjoy warm.
What is Cassava bread?
Cassava bread is a traditional dish from Liberia, baked in the oven, and takes about 90 minutes from start to finish. It is built around cassava and coconut milk. The recipe below uses 4 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Cassava bread take?
At 90 minutes it is slower than 62% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 17 dishes built on cassava. The method runs to 8 steps, the longest being 30 minutes.
Any tips for making Cassava bread?
Ensure the cassava pulp is well-drained for the best texture.
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