Cassava Brownies Cooking Class Trains 20 in Banjarnegara

In Indonesia, TIM GIAT 16 UNNES and the Kebondalem Village Women's Association staged a cassava brownies cooking class to help local residents convert cassava into a value-added product, with demonstrations on substituting part of the flour with grated cassava to boost fiber and nutrients. The program underscored community socio-economic aims, teaching basics from preparation to potential home-based sales. Separately, health authorities in Nigeria are investigating four deaths in Okehi linked to cassava flour-based Amala, raising alarms about processing methods and possible cyanide exposure from poorly processed cassava. Experts warn that shortcuts in cassava preparation can leave dangerous levels of Linamarin, with malnourished individuals being among the most at risk. While cassava remains a staple in many regions, authorities emphasize safe processing techniques to prevent poisoning and improve nutritional outcomes. A simple home guide to cassava in other contexts shows how to prepare crispy cassava sticks by boiling, drying, coating, and frying, illustrating both everyday use and the need for safe handling.