Ghanaian Breakfast Delight: Paleo-Friendly Fufu and Palaver Sauce

Allergens

N/A (excluding potential allergies to individual ingredients)

Ingredients

• 2 cups cassava flour
• 1/2 cup palm oil
• 2 cups water
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup coconut milk
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the fufu by mixing the cassava flour and water in a large bowl until a dough forms. Knead the dough until smooth, then form it into balls and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add the onion, green bell pepper, diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and paprika, and cook until fragrant and slightly softened.
3. Stir in the spinach and coconut milk, then simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the fufu balls for 2 3 minutes until they float to the surface. Remove and place on a serving plate.
5. Pour the palaver sauce over the fufu balls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The perfect balance of flavors and textures make this dish an unforgettable experience for your taste buds.

Notes

Adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding or reducing the amount of ground ginger and paprika.