🇨🇮 Ivorian Cuisine

Placali

Fermented Cassava Dough

Prep Time 30 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy

A soft, slightly tangy fermented cassava dough with a smooth, gelatinous texture, the perfect neutral companion to rich Ivorian sauces.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Place fermented cassava paste in a pot with water.
  2. 2 Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
  3. 3 Continue stirring vigorously for 15-20 minutes as the mixture thickens and becomes translucent.
  4. 4 The placali is ready when it pulls away from the pot and has a smooth, stretchy consistency.
  5. 5 Serve warm in a bowl alongside your choice of sauce.

Did You Know?

Placali has a unique translucent appearance that distinguishes it from other West African swallows — its slight tang from fermentation adds a subtle complexity.