Cassava (Manioc) Patties

33 Min

Medium

This is another healthy snack for the whole family, using cassava. It also includes some vegetables and herbs to add colour, texture and flavour, as well as to improve the nutritional value of the snack.

Ingredients

500 g

Cassava, raw

Carrots, raw

0.5 sprig

Watercress, raw

Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average

2 sprigs

Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw

Onions, raw

1 tsp

Spices, turmeric, ground

2 tbsp

Oil, soybean, salad or cooking

2 pinches

Spices, pepper, black

0.5 tsp

Salt, table

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Step1

15 Min

Cut peeled cassava into big chunks. Boil in a saucepan or pressure cooker till done. Once done, drain and mash into a bowl using a fork or a master.

Step2

5 Min

Prepare the vegetables and coriander as indicated in the ingredients list. Add to the mashed cassava. Add turmeric, salt and pepper. Mix well.

Step3

5 Min

Shape mixture into small rounds and then flatten (between palms) to form patties.

Step4

1 Min

Heat a small amount of oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.

Step5

6 Min

Once the oil is hot, add the patties. Cook the patties until the bottom is golden brown (3-4 minutes). Then, carefully turn each patty and cook on the other side until brown (3-4 minutes). Remove from the pan.