Recipes for Cassava Flour

Safe ways to use cassava flour past its expiration date

Cassava Flour Banana Bread

Cassava Flour Banana Bread

A delicious and moist banana bread recipe that makes use of expired but safe cassava flour. Please ensure that the cassava flour is only 365 days past its expiration date to maintain food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
60 minutes
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups expired cassava flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, coconut oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the expired cassava flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
  8. Enjoy the delicious cassava flour banana bread!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Cassava Flour Flatbread

Cassava Flour Flatbread

A delicious and versatile flatbread recipe that makes use of slightly expired cassava flour. Enjoy this gluten-free and easy-to-make dish as a side or a main course.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cassava flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup warm water

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cassava flour and salt.
  2. Add olive oil and warm water to the bowl.
  3. Mix well until a dough forms.
  4. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into small portions and roll them out into thin flatbreads.
  6. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  7. Cook the flatbreads on the pan for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Serve the flatbreads warm as a side or use them as a base for wraps or sandwiches.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Cassava Flour Pancakes

Cassava Flour Pancakes

Fluffy and gluten-free pancakes made with expired but safe cassava flour. Remember to use cassava flour that is only 365 days past its expiration date to ensure food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup expired cassava flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the expired cassava flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are okay.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  8. Serve the cassava flour pancakes warm with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Cassava Flour Fritters

Cassava Flour Fritters

Delicious fritters made with slightly expired but safe cassava flour. Enjoy these crispy yet soft fritters as a snack or appetizer.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cassava flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together cassava flour, water, onions, bell peppers, garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Heat oil in a deep pan or pot over medium heat.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of the cassava flour mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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