🇹🇬 Togolese Cuisine

Ablo

Steamed Rice Cakes

Prep Time 3 hours

Servings 6

Difficulty Medium

Calories 277 kcal

Soft, slightly sweet steamed rice and corn cakes with a spongy texture, served as a side with spicy sauces and grilled fish.

Ingredients

300g rice flour
200g corn flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 packet instant yeast
500ml warm water
1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1 Mix rice flour, corn flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.
2 Gradually add warm water, stirring to form a smooth batter.
3 Cover and let ferment in a warm place for 2 hours until doubled and bubbly.
4 Oil small ramekins or banana leaf cups, fill two-thirds with batter.
5 Steam over boiling water for 20-25 minutes until firm and spongy.
6 Unmold and serve warm alongside grilled fish or spicy sauce.

Did You Know?

Ablo originated in Benin but has become so popular in Togo that many Togolese consider it their own national side dish.