Yellow Plantain Porridge: A Deliciously Comforting Bowl of Goodness
A comforting and delicious bowl of yellow plantain porridge that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe yellow plantains
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Peel and chop the yellow plantains into small pieces.
- In a pot, add the water and chopped plantains. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer until the plantains are soft.
- Puree the mixture until smooth, then return to the pot.
- Add coconut milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Stir well and heat through.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness to your personal preference.
- For a thicker porridge, use less water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg