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Ingredients
- 600 g sweet cassava, peeled and finely grated
- 80 g flour
- 40 g sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- Frying oil
Method
- 01 Squeeze the grated cassava in a cloth to remove excess water.
- 02 Mix cassava, flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and egg into a batter that holds.
- 03 Heat the oil over medium heat. Shape small patties or spoonfuls.
- 04 Fry 3–4 minutes per side until crisp and golden.
- 05 Drain on paper. Serve warm, plain or with peanut paste.
Cassava fritters keep the tuber’s taste: firmer than mikate, less sweet than banana fritters. Use only sweet cassava meant for eating.
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