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Fiji Style Steamed Pudding

Cultural Context

Fiji Style Steamed Pudding, often enjoyed during festive occasions, reflects the islands' rich culinary heritage. Traditionally made with local ingredients like coconut and bananas, this dessert symbolizes community and celebration. Today, it is cherished not only in Fiji but also by those who appreciate tropical flavors worldwide.

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60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 bananas
2.5 cups self-raising flour
1 cup sugar
1 can coconut cream
75 grams butter

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is often more accessible.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chopped dates

Dried cranberries provide a tart flavor, while dates are often less expensive.

1

Add sugar to a cold pan and heat until caramelized.

2

Add 1 cup of water to the caramelized sugar and stir to dissolve the solids into a smooth caramel.

3

Add a can of coconut cream to the caramel mixture and stir well, avoiding boiling over.

4

Let the mixture cool until it's touchable for mixing with dry ingredients.

5

In a mixing bowl, combine self-raising flour, 75 grams of butter, nutmeg, and baking powder, stirring well.

6

Add the caramel mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

7

Fold in mashed bananas and raisins into the batter.

8

Grease a pot, sprinkle flour inside, and pour in the batter, covering it with foil.

9

Steam the pudding in a pot of water for about 1.5 to 2 hours, checking periodically.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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