Bread
Ablo (Steamed Rice Bread)

Ablo (Steamed Rice Bread)

Benin

45Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

Soft, faintly sweet-sour steamed rice-and-corn cakes popular among the Ewe and Fon of Benin and Togo, served with moyo sauce and fried fish.

Equipment
  • Blender or bowl
  • Steamer or large pot with rack
  • Small moulds or cups
  • Whisk
Ingredients
Rice flour2 cups
Corn flour1 cup
Sugar3 tbsp
Yeast1 tsp
Baking powder1 tsp
Warm water2 cups
Salt1/2 tsp

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