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Nutritional Values

🔥480kcal
💪7gProtein
🌾90gCarbs
🥑12gFat
🌿8gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Foutou Banane

How to order / say it
Say it Foutou Banane — [Foo-too Bah-nahn]
Order I'd like the Foutou Banane, please.
Locally Je voudrais le Foutou Banane, s'il vous plaît.
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A soft, dough-like dish made from bananas and cassava, served with sauce.

Why try it?

This dish embodies the cultural blend of influences from local tribes and showcases the staple ingredients of Yamoussoukro, symbolizing familial warmth and comfort.

How it tastes

The soft, starchy texture of foutou complements the rich, spicy sauces it is typically served with, providing a warm and satiating experience.

Origin & History — first documented: 1850

Dating back to the 19th century, Foutou Banane solidified its place in Yamoussoukro cuisine as a result of its adaptability in various culinary settings, from family dinners to ceremonial feasts.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 3 large ripe plantains
  • 🥕 300 g cassava
  • 🥛 2 tbsp butter
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🥣 200 ml peanut sauce

Method

  1. 1 Boil plantains and cassava until tender.
  2. 2 Mash together with butter and salt until smooth.
  3. 3 Shape portions into balls and serve with peanut sauce.

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