Fu-fu, sweet potato, homemade

Sweet potato fu-fu is a West Indian and African dish made from sweet potato and rice flour. The figures here describe a homemade recipe. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with 26g per 100g, alongside 1.6g of protein and 0.3g of fat. It also provides vitamin A, with 601µg of retinol equivalent per 100g.

Carbohydrate is a source of energy for the body. Vitamin A supports normal vision and immune function, while the vitamin C in this dish helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. The amount of salt and fat in homemade fu-fu can vary with the ingredients used, which is relevant for people monitoring their intake. Full nutrient figures for this recipe are given in the tables below.