Also known as yuca (not to be confused with yucca, the desert plant), cassava is a drought-resistant tuber native to South America. Today, it’s a staple for over 500 million people, especially in regions where rice, wheat, or corn are scarce or unaffordable.
Taste: Mild, slightly nutty, similar to potato
Uses: Boiled, fried, baked, or ground into flour ( tapioca)
Nutrition: High in carbs, low in protein, but rich in vitamin C and resistant starch
💡 In Nigeria alone, over 50 million tons of cassava are produced annually—the highest in the world.
☠️ Why Is Cassava Called “Deadly”?
