This National Dish Blew My Mind | Exploring Antigua Food!

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is often cheaper.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder.

seasoned salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt has a more natural flavor, while table salt is widely available.

Cut beef and pork into cubes.

Season the meat with seasoned salt, thyme, and black pepper.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the seasoned meat.

Sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped onions, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot.

Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add water, bay leaves, and cloves to the pot.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours until meat is tender.

In a separate pot, bring coconut milk to a simmer.

Gradually whisk in cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Cook until thickened, about 10-15 minutes, then stir in butter and green onion.

Serve the pepperpot alongside the fungee.

Cooking Techniques

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