Trini Coo Coo Recipe by Chef Jeremy Lovell | Foodie Nation

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while keeping a creamy texture.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini is lower in calories and easier to find.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: polenta

Quinoa flour is gluten-free and adds protein.

Saute garlic, onion, pumpkin, carrots, and okra in oil to bring out flavor.

Cover and allow the ingredients to sweat and tenderize.

Add coconut milk, water, salt, and black pepper to the sautéed vegetables and let it bubble for 3-4 minutes.

Once boiling, whisk in cornmeal gradually, little at a time.

Cover the pot and lower the heat, allowing the cornmeal to cook for about 5 minutes.

Transfer the cooked mixture to a dish, any shape is fine.

Add a little butter on top for extra moisture and flavor, which will melt once the cuckoo is hot.

Allow the cuckoo to set before serving.

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