Coconut Cassava Porridge
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Cassava, peeled and grated — 4 cups
- Fresh coconut milk — 2 cups
- Water — 1 cup
- Brown sugar — 3 tbsp
- Salt — 1/4 tsp
- Ripe banana, sliced, for serving — 1
Method
- Combine the grated cassava, coconut milk, and water in a heavy-bottomed pot.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often so the cassava does not stick.
- Cook for 20 minutes, until the mixture thickens into a soft porridge.
- Stir in the brown sugar and salt, and cook for a further 5 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and top with sliced banana before serving warm.
Introduction: A warming start to the day in the Solomon Islands, where cassava is a daily staple.
Cultural Background: A warming start to the day in the Solomon Islands, where cassava is a daily staple. Grated cassava is simmered slowly in fresh coconut milk until it turns soft and creamy, a dish traditionally cooked over an open fire before the household heads out to the garden.
Tips: Stir occasionally to prevent the cassava catching on the bottom of the pot; add a splash more water if the porridge thickens too much before the cassava is fully soft.
Variations: For a heartier breakfast, stir in a spoonful of crushed ngali nuts just before serving. This dish is naturally vegetarian and vegan, since it uses no animal products at all.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or coconut milk to loosen it, stirring often.
Nutrition: Approx. per serving: 310 kcal, 2 g protein, 14 g fat, 44 g carbohydrates, 2 g fibre.
FAQs:
Q: Can I use frozen grated cassava instead of fresh?
A: Yes — thaw it fully and drain any excess liquid before cooking, though fresh cassava gives the best texture.
Q: Is this dish vegan?
A: Yes, it uses no animal products, as long as the brown sugar used is a vegan-suitable one.
- Cassava, peeled and grated — 4 cups
- Fresh coconut milk — 2 cups
- Water — 1 cup
- Brown sugar — 3 tbsp
- Salt — 1/4 tsp
- Ripe banana, sliced, for serving — 1
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