Koba

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Koba is a traditional snack from Madagascar, typically made from a blend of ground peanuts, brown sugar, and rice flour. This mixture is wrapped in banana leaves and steamed for several hours, resulting in a dense, slightly sweet cake with a unique nutty flavor and chewy texture. The full name of this snack is sometimes koba akondro, with "akondro" meaning "banana" in Malagasy, referring to the banana leaf wrapping. The long steaming process infuses the cake with the aroma of banana leaves, adding to its distinct flavor. Koba is often enjoyed as a street food and is a popular treat across the island, usually sold in small slices and is appreciated for its natural, wholesome ingredients and satisfying taste.