Cornmeal Cou Cou | Coo Coo Recipe | That girl cooks healthy

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: polenta

💰Cheaper: maize flour

Polenta offers a similar texture with a different flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories and offers a nutty flavor.

okras

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Green beans provide a similar texture and are often more accessible.

Add coconut milk, water, okras, onions, garlic, pimento peppers, vegan butter, pink salt, and black pepper to a large saucepan.

Bring the pot to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer for about 5 minutes.

Stir the contents of the pot.

Remove the pot from the heat or switch it off.

Pour in half of the cornmeal while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.

Switch from a spatula to a whisk for better mixing.

Continue adding the rest of the cornmeal while stirring until the mixture thickens.

Adjust the consistency by adding a small amount of water if it's too thick.

Stir until the mixture can form a ball and moves away from the pot.

Scoop the mixture into a greased bowl with a sprinkle of water to prevent sticking.

Let it cool slightly before inverting onto a plate.

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