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Grenadian Sweet Potato Pudding

Cultural Context

Grenadian Sweet Potato Pudding is a beloved dessert in Grenada, often prepared during festive occasions and family gatherings. This dish reflects the island's agricultural heritage, utilizing locally grown sweet potatoes and coconut. The pudding is cherished for its rich, sweet flavor and creamy texture, making it a comforting treat. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Grenada, enjoyed in various Caribbean communities and adapted in international kitchens.

CaribbeanGDdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 lbs sweet potatoes
1 lb Tanya (a type of root vegetable)
1 cup organic coconut milk
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup grated coconut

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

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a vegan binding agent.

1

Wash the sweet potatoes and Tanya thoroughly.

2

Peel the sweet potatoes and Tanya.

3

Grate the sweet potatoes and Tanya using the finest side of a grater.

4

Mix grated sweet potatoes and Tanya together.

5

Add in the organic coconut milk and mix until combined.

6

Add spices (cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, salt) and ground ginger, and mix well.

7

Add water gradually, mixing until the desired consistency is achieved.

8

Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract.

9

Transfer the mixture into a foil pan and other baking pans as needed.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours, checking for doneness.

11

Let the pudding set overnight before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potmixing bowlbaking dishwhisksifter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

coconuteggs

Also Known As

Sweet Potato PuddingGrenada Pudding

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