Foutou Banane-IgnamePlantain and Yam Mash

Name: Foutou Banane-Igname (Plantain and Yam Mash)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Ivory Coast
Ingredients: 5 pcs Plantain (peeled and cut into chunks); 600 g Yam (peeled and cut into chunks); 6 g Salt; 1200 ml Water

Cooked plantain and yam are pounded together into a smooth, stretchy mash with a mild flavor and satisfying texture. It is a classic partner for rich soups and sauces, especially those with fish, palm nut, or tomato bases.

Prep

20m

Cook

30m

Serves

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving

301kcal

Calories

Protein

Fat

76g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

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Ingredients

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5pcs
Plantain (peeled and cut into chunks)
600g
Yam (peeled and cut into chunks)
6g
Salt
1.2l
Water

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Method

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5 steps

01
Bring the water to a boil at 100°C (212°F) in a large pot.
02
Add the plantains and yam and cook until both are very tender.
03
Drain well, reserving only enough cooking liquid to help the mash come together if needed.
04
Pound the cooked plantains and yam until smooth, elastic, and evenly combined.
05
Mix in the salt, then shape the mash into neat portions and serve warm.

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