Labouyi Bannann (Plantain Porridge)
2015-03-22- Cuisine: Traditional
- Course: Breakfast
- Skill Level: Moderate
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- Servings : 2-4
- Prep Time : 5m
- Cook Time : 30m
- Ready In : 35m
One of the many foods Haitians eat for breakfast is Labouyi Bannann (Plantain Porridge). If you have never had Labouyi for breakfast than you are missing out. Porridges have long been an integral part of Caribbean cuisine. Porridge is meant to fortify and strengthen for long periods of time. Unlike typical porridges which use grains such as oats, wheat, and corn; Labouyi uses plantains. The porridge is sweet and creamy with the consistency of light grits. Labouyi can also be made with flour and cornmeal. Try starting the day off with it.
Ingredients
- 1 Green Plantain (Washed)
- 3 cups of water
- 1 Star Anise
- 1/2 cup of Evaporated Milk
- 1/2 cup of Coconut Milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon Powder of 1 stick
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 Tbs butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
Method
Step 1
Peel the skin of the plantain and cut into small 4-8 small pieces. It is ok to leave some of the skin for extra nutrients.
Step 2
In a blender, puree the plantain and 2 cups of water.
Step 3
In a 1 quart saucepan, add 1 cup of water, evaporated milk, coconut milk, cinnamon, star anise and bring to boil.
Step 4
Once the pot is boiling, add the plantain puree to the pot and bring to a boil while stirring continuously for 5 min. The porridge will thicken slightly.
Step 5
Add the salt, sugar, vanilla and keep stirring for 10 min.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to medium and keep stirring for another 10 min while tasting porridge to ensure the plantain is thoroughly cooked. The porridge is ready when the texture is creamy.
Step 7
Serve warm with some Haitian Bread.
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posted by Myrtil D'haiti on March 22, 2015
That’s the shit bro
posted by Yvens Derilus on March 23, 2015
posted by Lovely D'haiti Lubin on March 23, 2015
Made some this morning. My kids love it.
posted by julie castin on March 7, 2018
thank u! My father was haitian and as a little kid my auntie would make this…I always wanted to know the name. I finally discovered! Made a pot full of it. God bless!
posted by Jean M on June 23, 2020
Just like my maman used to prepare it.