Sugar-Free Eba
Discover the perfect guilt-free twist on a beloved Nigerian staple with our Sugar-Free Eba recipe! Made simply with garri (cassava flour), water, and just a pinch of salt, this wholesome dish retains the authentic taste of traditional eba while excluding any added sweeteners. With a prep and cook time of just 15 minutes, this quick and effortless recipe delivers smooth, moldable eba that pairs beautifully with a wide variety of soups and stews. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and lovers of African cuisine, Sugar-Free Eba is naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and irresistibly satisfying. Serve it warm and enjoy a nutritious meal steeped in tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams Garri (Cassava flour)
- 500 milliliters Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Boil 500 milliliters of water in a medium-sized pot. Ensure the water reaches a rolling boil.
Once boiling, slowly add 240 grams of garri to the water while stirring continuously with a wooden spatula or spoon. This helps to avoid lumps forming.
As the garri absorbs the water, keep stirring to ensure even distribution and smooth texture. Reduce the heat to low if necessary.
Add a pinch of salt to the mixture, continue to stir for about 3-5 minutes until the eba becomes thick and smooth, and pulls away from the sides of the pot. The consistency should be moldable and not sticky.
Once the desired consistency is achieved, remove the pot from heat.
Transfer the eba onto a flat surface or a plate. Use your wooden spatula to knead it slightly, ensuring it’s well-mixed and smooth.
Shape the eba into your preferred serving size and form, traditionally a round or oval shape.
Serve your sugar-free eba warm with your favorite soup or stew.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
857 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 227 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.2 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 650 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
