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Surinamese Moksi Alesi

Cultural Context

Moksi Alesi, a beloved dish in Suriname, reflects the country's diverse cultural heritage, blending influences from Indigenous, African, Asian, and Dutch cuisines. Traditionally served during festive occasions, it symbolizes unity and celebration, often enjoyed with family and friends. Today, Moksi Alesi has gained popularity beyond Suriname, with variations found in Caribbean and South American communities.

SurinameseSRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
rice
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
smoked chicken
salt meat
1 teaspoon tomato puree
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chicken stock
masoesa herbs
3 bay leaves
300 ml coconut milk
700 ml hot water
pointed cabbage leaves
plantain

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides protein with fewer calories and beans are budget-friendly.

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in fat, while pork sausage is often less expensive.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories, and cabbage is a more economical option.

1

Wash the rice six times to remove excess starch.

2

Add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil to the pan.

3

Chop the smoked chicken into smaller pieces and fry briefly to release flavors.

4

Add the Madame Jeanette pepper and fry for 2 minutes.

5

If using salt meat, boil it first to reduce saltiness, then add to the pan.

6

Stir in 1 teaspoon of tomato puree and mix well.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of chicken stock, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and a sachet of masoesa herbs.

8

Mix everything well and then add the washed rice.

9

Pour in 300 ml of coconut milk and 700 ml of hot water, maintaining the correct rice to liquid ratio.

10

Cover the pan and let the rice cook for 10 minutes.

11

Stir the rice after 10 minutes and then turn the heat to low, covering with baking paper under the lid for 20 minutes.

12

After 20 minutes, add pointed cabbage leaves on top and steam for 15 minutes.

13

Slice the plantain and fry in sunflower oil until golden brown, turning carefully to avoid mashing.

14

Drain the fried plantain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

cast aluminum panwooden spoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishcoconut

Also Known As

Moksi AlesiMixed Rice

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