Coo-Coo / Cou-Cou

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: polenta

Quinoa is gluten-free and adds protein.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk lowers calories while providing a creamy texture.

Chop onion, pimento, garlic, and okra into fine dices.

Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a sauté pan.

Add chopped onion, pimento, and okra to the pan and season with salt and black pepper.

Cover and cook for about 3 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to 45 seconds.

Pour in 2 cups of coconut milk and 1 cup of water, and add 1 teaspoon of aruku.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 8-10 minutes, tasting and adjusting salt as necessary.

Turn off the flame and prepare a whisk.

Stream in 2 cups of cornmeal while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Once combined, switch to a wooden spoon and vigorously mix until smooth.

Return to low heat and add another cup of water, cooking for about 8 minutes to remove grittiness.

Transfer the cuckoo to a greased bowl or dish and allow it to set for about 13 minutes before slicing.

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