A deeply comforting Togolese classic—soft, stretchy fufu served with flavorful light chicken soup simmered with tomatoes, onion, ginger, and spices. Warm, nourishing, and perfect for sharing with family. ❤️🇹🇬
Ingredients
For the Fufu
- 2 cups cassava flour/fufu flour
- 2 cups plantain flour (optional for softness)
- 4–5 cups water
For the Chicken Light Soup
- 1 whole chicken (cut into pieces)
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 onion
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 small piece of ginger
- 1 seasoning cube
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 hot pepper (whole—for flavor only)
- 1–2 tbsp oil
- Water (as needed)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Light Soup
- Blend tomatoes, onion, garlic, and ginger into a smooth puree.
- Add chicken pieces to a pot. Season with salt, seasoning cube, paprika, and a little oil.
- Add the blended mixture and tomato paste.
- Pour in enough water to cover the chicken and bring to a boil.
- Add the whole hot pepper (do not burn unless you want it spicy).
- Simmer 25–35 minutes until chicken is tender and soup is flavorful.
- Add more water if you prefer a lighter consistency.
2. Prepare the Fufu
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Gradually add cassava/plantain flour while stirring continuously.
- Reduce the heat and pound/stir with a wooden spoon until smooth and stretchy.
- Add a little water if too thick—stir until perfectly smooth.
- Mold into round balls.
🌟 Mani’s Tip
Add a little ginger and smoked paprika to the soup for a deeper African aroma that lifts the whole dish. 🔥🍲
❤️ Blessing of the Table
May this meal fill your home with warmth.
your heart with peace,
and your family with joy and togetherness. ✨🌿