Haitian Labouyi Banan |plantain porridge|- Sophie's Cuisine

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is healthier and gluten-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

Peel and mash the plantains in a bowl until smooth.

Boil water in a pot over medium heat.

Add the plantains to boiling water while stirring continuously.

Reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cinnamon sticks, cinnamon powder, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and orange peel.

Add sugar and salt to taste, mixing well.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Strain for better consistency before serving.

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