Fijian Cassava & Sweet Corn Fritters (Tavioka Vaka Lolo) – Authentic Fiji Recipe
Crisp golden cassava skillet cakes served with tangy tomato-chilli chutney.
- Country of Origin
- 🇫🇯 Fiji (Melanesia, Oceania)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Grated tavioka (cassava), Sweet corn kernels, Scallions, Coconut cream, Grated ginger
Ingredients for Fijian Cassava & Sweet Corn Fritters (Tavioka Vaka Lolo) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) grated tavioka (cassava), prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sweet corn kernels, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup scallions
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with coconut cream
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Fiji seasoning (grated ginger, cracked black pepper)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and coconut cream for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add grated tavioka (cassava) and sweet corn kernels along with grated ginger, cracked black pepper, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with scallions and serve straight from the skillet.