Bammy

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1. 1Step 1: If using frozen grated cassava, use a cheesecloth or kitchen cloth to squeeze it hard to remove any excess moisture. Discard the liquid.
2. 2Step 2: Place the grated cassava in a large bowl and add salt and sugar. Mix well.
3. 3Step 3: Heat a frying pan (flat iron or griddle) over medium heat. Then, add your oil or ghee.
4. 4Step 4: Divide the mixture into 8 parts and form them into balls.
5. 5Step 5: Add the cassava patties to the frying pan, then flatten the dough into circles using the back of a spoon or spatula. Make sure all the parts of the patty reach the oil.
6. 6Step 6: Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly brown. You may have to do so in batches.
7. 7Step 7: Submerge the fried bammies in coconut milk for 15-20 minutes. Remove them and lightly pat dry using a clean cloth or paper napkin.
8. 8Step 8: Fry again or grill each bammy on both sides for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
9. 9Step 9: Serve hot with fried fish or Jamaican escovitch fish.