How to Make Plantain Porridge.
INGREDIENTS
You can grab most of these ingredients at our store (or order them online for delivery across the UK!):
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4 unripe plantains (peeled and diced)
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1 ripe plantain (optional, adds a touch of sweetness)
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1 small onion (chopped)
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2-3 cups water or stock
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12 smoked fish or dry fish (cleaned and deboned)
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1 cup ugu, spinach, or scent leaf (sliced)
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1 small scotch bonnet or bell pepper (blended or chopped)
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2 tablespoons palm oil
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1 seasoning cube
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2 tablespoons crayfish (blended)
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Salt to taste
DIRECTIONS
Step 1:
Peel and dice your plantains. If you’re using a mix of ripe and unripe, keep the ripe ones aside, we’ll add those later.
Step 2:
In a pot, add the diced unripe plantains, chopped onion, pepper, crayfish, smoked fish, seasoning cube, and enough water or stock to cook them. Cover and boil for 10-15 minutes, or until the plantains begin to soften.
Step 3:
Add your palm oil and the ripe plantain cubes (if using). Stir and let it cook a little more so the flavors really blend.
Step 4 (Optional):
To get that rich, porridge-like texture, you can gently mash a few of the plantain cubes with a spoon. This helps thicken the dish naturally.
Step 5:
Add your vegetables, ugu, or spinach, and simmer for just 2–3 minutes. Adjust your salt if needed, and that’s it!
Serving Tip:
Serve hot and enjoy it as is, it’s a satisfying meal all on its own. But if you’re feeling fancy, pair it with a chilled drink or a glass of water for that extra refresh. 😉
❤️ Final Notes from the AYTFoods:
Plantain porridge is one of those meals that always brings back memories of home , and now you can recreate that magic wherever you are.
We stock all the essentials you’ll need for this recipe at AYTFoods, so don’t forget to stop by our store or shop online. We deliver across the UK!
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