Dukunu - Cooking with Flavors of Belize & Chef Sean Kuylen

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with less processing.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil enhances flavor and is dairy-free.

Prepare banana leaves by rinsing and cutting into squares.

Mix cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a bowl.

Add coconut milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Fold in raisins and vanilla extract gently into the mixture.

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

Fold the banana leaves over the mixture to create a package.

Place the packages in a steamer basket.

Steam for 30-40 minutes until firm and cooked through.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before unwrapping.

Serve warm as a dessert or snack.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

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