POKE - COOK ISLANDS PART DEUX

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This is a common recipe from the Cook Islands. Mashed pawpaw, or banana, is combined with starch, baked, then dipped in coconut cream (either sweetened or not).

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup starch (cornstarch, arrowroot, potato starch)
2 cups pawpaw or 2 cups bananas, mashed
1 (15 ounce) can coconut cream (sweetened or unsweetened)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; grease a square baking dish.
  • Combine the mashed fruit and the starch until smooth; add 1/4 cup coconut cream and mix well.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 30 minutes (it will be like a pudding).
  • Meanwhile, warm the remaining coconut cream in a saucepan and heat until thickened and will coat the back of a spoon.
  • Let baked pudding cool to warm and dip spoonfuls into the thickened coconut cream before placing in serving bowls.
  • Serve warm.

Muhammad Salar
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Wow!


Md Bokul
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This dish was a little too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Muhammad Majeedwatto
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I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced.


Harman Toor
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish.


Jeffrey Apperson
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I love how this dish can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Md Mahfuzar Rahman
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This dish was easy to make and it turned out great. I will definitely be making it again.


Mohamed Morsy
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was flavorful and unique.


Burhan Sheikh
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This recipe was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The end result was a delicious and impressive dish.


Brian McIntosh
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I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients, but I was able to substitute some things and it still turned out great.


Oliver Silva
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This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by reducing the amount of chili pepper.


Oggy Parrot
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Faisal Sark
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Amy
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I love how versatile this dish is. I was able to use what I had on hand and it still turned out great.


Edwin Manuel
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This was a huge hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again soon.