Masa is a traditional Hausa delicacy made from rice, often served with a flavorful fish sauce.

Masa recipe
Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
1hr 0min
Total Time
1hr 30min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 piece of Masa with sauce)

Masa Ingredients

  • Tuwo rice
    Tuwo rice
    5cups
  • cooked rice
    cooked rice
    1cup
  • yeast
    yeast
    1tbsp
  • powdered/evaporated milk
    powdered/evaporated milk
    1cup
  • onions
    onions
    3
  • sugar (as desired)
    sugar (as desired)
  • salt (as desired)
    salt (as desired)
  • chopped pepper
    chopped pepper
  • baking powder
    baking powder

Fish Sauce Ingredients

  • vegetable oil
    vegetable oil
  • fish
    fish
  • onion
    onion
  • tomatoes
    tomatoes
  • pepper
    pepper
  • seasoning cube
    seasoning cube
  • salt
    salt
  • curry
    curry
  • thyme
    thyme
  • green pepper
    green pepper

How to make Masa

Preparing Masa

  1. Step 1

    Soak the Tuwo rice in water for several hours or overnight.

  2. Step 2

    Blend the soaked Tuwo rice with the cooked rice and powdered milk until smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Add yeast, chopped onions, sugar, salt, and baking powder to the mixture and mix well.

  4. Step 4

    Allow the mixture to rise for about 30 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Heat a non-stick pan and pour in the batter to form small round cakes.

  6. Step 6

    Cook until both sides are golden brown.

Preparing Fish Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a pot.

  2. Step 2

    Add chopped onions and sautΓ© until translucent.

  3. Step 3

    Add fish, tomatoes, and chopped pepper, and cook until the fish is done.

  4. Step 4

    Season with seasoning cubes, salt, curry, thyme, and green pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

290.0kcal (14.5%)

Protein

6.3g (12.66%)

Carbs

60.7g (22.06%)

Sugars

2.7g (5.34%)

Healthy Fat

0.5g

Unhealthy Fat

1.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a fluffier texture, ensure the rice is well-soaked before blending.

  2. Adjust the amount of sugar and salt according to your taste.

  3. You can add other spices to the fish sauce for extra flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other types of rice for this recipe?

    While Tuwo rice is traditional, you can experiment with other rice varieties, but the texture may vary.

  2. How can I store leftover Masa?

    Store leftover Masa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  3. Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?

    The Masa itself is vegetarian, but the fish sauce is not. You can substitute the fish with vegetables for a vegetarian option.

  4. Can I make Masa without yeast?

    Yeast helps in rising the batter, but you can try using baking powder as a substitute.

  5. What can I serve with Masa?

    Masa is traditionally served with fish sauce, but you can also pair it with other sauces or dips.

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