Cheese Stuffed Fried Cassava Balls

The versatility of ground provision is quite vast.

You will need:
1 pound cassava, grated
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 beaten egg
1 teaspoon anise seed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 – 3 mild cheddar cheese sticks, cut into cubes
For the Dressing
1/2 cup cilantro , roughly chopped
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 garlic clove
juice of half a lime
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
pinch of salt

Method:
Grate the cassava using the smallest size of the grater. In a medium bowl, combine the cassava, butter, egg, anise seed, salt and sugar. Using a wooden spoon, mix together until well combined.
Take 1 tablespoon of the cassava mixture in the palm of your hand and flatten it. Place 1 piece of cheese in the centre and form a ball to cover the cheese. Using a frying pan, fry the cassava balls in vegetable oil over medium heat for about 2 – 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and place on a plate lined with a paper towel to remove excess oil. Serve warm.
Cilantro Dressing – Combine cilantro, mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, vinegar and salt in a food processor or a blender until smooth. Serve on the side for dipping.