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Cassava Pone

Cultural Context

Originating from the indigenous communities of Guyana, Cassava Pone is a beloved dessert made from cassava, a starchy root vegetable. Traditionally served during festive occasions, it symbolizes cultural heritage and communal gatherings. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Guyana, with variations appearing in Caribbean cuisines, showcasing the adaptability of this simple yet delicious dish.

GuyanaGYdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups cassava
1 cup coconut sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup grated sweet potato
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can save costs.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while dried apricots can be more economical.

1

Melt some butter and place it in a bowl.

2

Add coconut sugar to the melted butter and mix to start dissolving it.

3

Add condensed milk to the mixture and continue mixing.

4

Add grated cassava to the bowl, leaving some of the liquid from the cassava for starch.

5

Add salt to balance the flavors and mix everything well.

6

Taste the mixture to adjust flavors if necessary, as it does not contain eggs.

7

Transfer the mixture into a Pyrex baking dish, smoothing out the top.

8

Place the baking dish in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.

9

Check for doneness by inserting a skewer; it should come out clean.

10

Let the pone cool completely before cutting and serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

gratermixing bowlswhiskbaking dishoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-freevegan

Allergens

eggscoconut

Also Known As

Cassava PuddingCassava Cake

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