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Ifumbe (Rwandan Cassava Fritters)

Ifumbe is a Rwandan snack made from cassava flour and other simple ingredients. These cassava fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect treat for any time of the day.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cassava flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) (optional)
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. 1
    In a mixing bowl, combine the cassava flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and ground cinnamon (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
  2. 2
    Add the milk, water, and beaten egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until a smooth batter forms. The batter should have a slightly thick consistency.
  3. 3
    In a frying pan, heat enough vegetable oil over medium heat for frying.
  4. 4
    Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, making small fritters. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if needed.
  5. 5
    Fry the fritters for about 2–3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  6. 6
    Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried fritters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. 7
    Serve the ifumbe warm as a tasty snack or dessert.
Category
Snacks
Method
Frying