The African Gourmet

Not much is known about Africa and indigenous sweet treats. You will find that “sweet is sweet” no matter what continent you happen to live on. The thought of Africa’s sweet culinary inclinations may raise your eyebrows at first but as you read and prepare the recipes, the tastes are familiar and delicious. The initial unfamiliarity with Africa’s sweet delicacies will become familiar. My goal is to introduce simple and satisfying African sweets into kitchens across the world and introduce recipes that are sure to become family favorites. We begin the introduction of African sweets with a classic east African treat, mango fool.

Recipe

Mango Fool

Cote d’Ivoire (formerly the Ivory Coast)

Yields 4 servings

1 cup mango puree

1 teaspoon cardamom

1/4 teaspoon cloves

2 cups whipped topping

Directions:
In a small bowl mix well mango puree, cardamom and cloves.

Then carefully fold mango puree mixture into the whipped topping.

Chill at least 4 hours before serving.
For a pretty presentation serve fool in wine glasses and top with a sprig of fresh mint dark and white chocolate shavings.

Note- How to fold: use a rubber spatula to gently slice through the mixture working in a circular motion while turning the bowl slowly. Folding gives the final product a light and airy texture while stirring will deflate your fool.