Cassava Couscous (Attieke) Recipe

Cassava couscous, also known as Attieke, is a delicious and versatile dish that originated in West Africa. Made from fermented and grated cassava, Attieke is a popular alternative to regular couscous and rice, and is loved for its light and fluffy texture. This gluten-free and vegan dish is easy to prepare and can be used as a base for a variety of meals, making it a staple in many West African kitchens.

Attieke is made from cassava, a starchy root vegetable that is widely consumed in...

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ cup minced yellow onion
¼ cup minced carrot
¼ cup minced celery
¼ cup chopped peanuts
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1 bay leaf
salt to taste
1 (300 g) box attieke (cassava couscous)
1 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

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Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion, carrot, and celery until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add peanuts, sesame seeds, bay leaf, and salt, stirring often. When the vegetables are tender and the seeds and peanuts have toasted, add the attieke, stirring constantly. Pour the water over the entire pan, distributing evenly.

Cover and reduce the heat to medium, allowing the couscous to steam until it is moist and heated all the way through, about 5 minutes.

Remove the cover and fold the couscous with a spatula. Do not stir, as this will mash the couscous, just use a folding maneuver to mix the ingredients from the bottom upwards and let the couscous breathe to help the water evaporate. Top with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

79 cal.

Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Sodium: 10mg
Total Carbohydrate: 3g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Total Sugars: 1g
Protein: 2g
Vitamin C: 1mg
Calcium: 40mg
Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 97mg

How to Make Cassava Couscous (Attieke) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

79 cal.

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