How to make Funafuna: Tuvalu traditional fried doughnuts

tapioca flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Almond flour offers a nutty flavor while cornstarch is more economical.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is usually less expensive.

banana leaves

💰Cheaper: parchment paper

Parchment paper can be used for steaming when banana leaves are unavailable.

Mix tapioca flour, coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a bowl until smooth.

Add grated coconut and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir well.

Prepare banana leaves by washing and cutting them into large squares.

Place a portion of the mixture in the center of each banana leaf square.

Fold the banana leaves over the mixture to create a parcel and secure with kitchen twine.

Bring water to a boil in a steamer pot.

Place the banana leaf parcels in the steamer basket.

Cover and steam the parcels for 30-40 minutes until firm and cooked through.

Remove the parcels from the steamer and let cool slightly before unwrapping.

Serve warm as a dessert or snack.

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