Nkonda (Cassava and Peanut Rolls)

shopping_basket Ingredients 6 items

• check_circle 2 medium-sized cassava roots (about 500g)
• check_circle 1 tablespoon red palm oil
• check_circle 150 g roasted peanut paste
• check_circle 1 teaspoon salt
• check_circle Banana leaves
• check_circle String

receipt_long Preparation Steps

1. 1
   Peel the cassava and grate it finely.
2. 2
   Add the red palm oil and the salt, and mix well.
3. 3
   Then crumble your peanut paste into the cassava mixture.
4. 4
   Prepare your wrapping leaves. Put a fairly large pot on the heat and place a steamer basket or an upturned plate at the bottom of the pot.
5. 5
   Form sausage shapes with the paste. Tie the leaves around the rolls without tightening. Bring the water to a boil.
6. 6
   Place the cassava loaves on the steamer basket or on the plate. Cook for 45 minutes over low heat without contact with the water.
7. 7
   If necessary, add more water. At the end of cooking, you can grill your loaves for 15 minutes in the oven.
8. 8
   Serve on its own as an appetizer or to accompany a sauce.