How To Make Jamaican Blue Draws (Dukunu)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

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

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is often cheaper.

Peel 1 pound of potatoes.

Grate the potatoes.

Add 1/4 cup of flour to the grated potatoes and combine.

Add 1/4 pound of yam to the mixture.

Add 1/4 cup of sugar to the mixture.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of mixed spice and a pinch of cinnamon to the mixture.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.

Add 2 tablespoons of cornmeal for texture and combine everything together.

Gradually add 2 cups of coconut milk in small portions, stirring to combine.

Add a pinch of salt and taste to adjust seasoning as needed.

Add a small amount of red label wine for extra flavor, being careful not to add too much.

Aim for a batter consistency that falls off the spoon, not too runny.

Add 2 teaspoons of margarine, which can be melted beforehand.

Optionally, add 1/4 cup of raisins to the mixture.

Prepare 2 banana leaves by making them pliable, ensuring they won't break easily.

Add the batter to the banana leaves, ensuring not to overfill them.

Fold the banana leaves to create a package and tie them securely.

Boil the packages for about 30 minutes, checking for doneness.

Allow the blue draws to cool slightly before serving.

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