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Easy 50 min~240 kcal 5/10
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Kokonte
A Ghanaian cassava dough staple stirred over heat until thick, elastic, and ready for soups or stews.
Easy⏱️ 26 min📖 1 min readServes 4~240 kcal🇬🇭 Ghanaian🌍 Full translation
8 min prep 18 min cook
- #Under 30 min
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 26 min- Prep8 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Dried cassava flour
For cooking
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Water
General
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Heat half of the water in a pot.
- 2
Add the cassava mixture little by little and stir quickly with a wooden spoon.
- 3
When the texture thickens, add the remaining hot water gradually.
- 4
Cook the dough for 14 minutes, stirring, until elastic.
14 min14:00 - 5
When it is glossy and lump-free, divide into bowls.
- 6
Serve with hot sauce or soup.
💡 Tip: Add the cassava mixture slowly and stir constantly; if it clumps, the smooth elastic texture will not form.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Portion kokonte hot and serve with tomato vegetable sauce or spicy vegetable soup.
Nutrition (per serving)
~240
kcal calories
2
g protein
58
g carbs
0
g fat
Protein 3%Carbs 97%Fat 0%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Kokonte make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Kokonte take?
Prep 8 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 26 minutes in total.Is Kokonte difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Kokonte have?
Approximately 240 kcal per serving. Protein: 2g, carbs: 58g, fat: 0g.Is Kokonte allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Kokonte belong to?
This recipe belongs to Ghanaian cuisine.How many ingredients does Kokonte need?
This recipe needs 3 ingredients.
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