Forgotten Foods Cooking Contest: Breadfruit French Toast (Tonga)

breadfruit

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber while white bread is more affordable.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index, while honey is often less expensive.

Peel and slice the breadfruit into thick pieces.

Boil the breadfruit slices until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain and mash the breadfruit in a bowl until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Combine the mashed breadfruit with the egg mixture until well blended.

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, allowing excess to drip off.

Fry the bread slices in the skillet until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from skillet and keep warm.

Serve topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruit.

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