Quick and Easy Belizean Dukunu Recipe| Receta rapida y facil de Tamalitos| Homemade Cooking

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

banana leaves

🥗Healthier: parchment paper

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Parchment paper is easier to find and still provides a non-stick surface.

Prepare banana leaves by rinsing and cutting into rectangles.

Mix cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

In a separate bowl, combine coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.

Spoon the mixture onto the center of each banana leaf rectangle.

Fold the banana leaves over the mixture to create a package, securing with twine if necessary.

Place the packages in a steamer basket over boiling water.

Steam for 45-60 minutes until firm and cooked through.

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before unwrapping.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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