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Cassava is an evergreen shrub whose starch-rich roots, which look like large long potatoes, have been used by humans for thousands of years for cooking.
Cassava initially grew only in South and North America, and then began to be grown in Africa and Asia.
Cassava fruits are really big - the largest of them can reach almost ten kilograms. But the young roots of cassava are more pleasant for consumption, so their excessive development is not allowed.
When raw, cassava roots contain a poison that is toxic to humans, so they must be very well heat-treated.
Cassava roots are mostly used to make tapioca - a flour that is used in many types of dishes.
To make tapioca, cassava roots are cleaned, grated very finely, drained with a press, dried and rubbed through a sieve. This is how the famous cassava flour is made.
From this flour, known as tapioca, bread and various types of bread are baked, porridges and desserts are prepared, and even alcohol is produced.
If you buy raw cassava root, you can peel it, then cut it and fry or boil it. This way you will get a tasty and nutritious garnish. After peeling, the cassava is put in cold water so that it does not darken.
You can make delicious cakes from tapioca, they are especially suitable for people who are allergic to wheat gluten. The cakes are easy to make - only from tapioca and water. Mix and make cakes, which are baked in a pan lightly greased.
Fish broth and tapioca are very popular among Latinos. One liter of broth is boiled and tapioca is added. Boil until it starts to bubble, then allow to cool.
The most delicious and attractive form of tapioca are white pearls of cassava flour. They boil and darken on contact with hot water. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve as a dessert. To make them more attractive, tapioca pearls are painted in different colors.
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