Cassava Flour

Fufu is a staple starchy side dish commonly made from boiled and pounded yams, cassava, or plantains. It has a smooth, dough-like texture and is traditionally eaten by hand, often accompanying soups and stews, reflecting its importance in Malian communal meals.

Fufu is a staple starchy side dish made by boiling and pounding starchy vegetables like cassava, yams, or plantains until smooth and elastic. It holds a central place in West African dining and has spread throughout the diaspora, symbolizing communal eating and cultural identity.

Bammy is a traditional Jamaican flatbread made from cassava flour, known for its dense, slightly chewy texture and subtle earthy flavor. It is commonly served as a side dish with fried fish or other savory meals and holds cultural significance as a staple food of the indigenous Arawak people, later embraced in Jamaican cuisine.