Antiguan Dukuna
Dukuna is a traditional Antiguan and Barbudan steamed bread made from grated green bananas, flour, and coconut milk. It's often served as a side dish with savory stews and fish.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 medium Green bananas(peeled and finely grated)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk(full fat)
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Butter or margarine(melted)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or margarine(for greasing)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the grated green bananas, flour, coconut milk, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well until a thick batter forms.
- 2
Stir in the melted butter or margarine until fully incorporated.
- 3
Grease a heatproof dish or individual ramekins with butter or margarine.
- 4
Spoon the batter into the prepared dish(es), filling them about two-thirds full.
- 5
Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil in a pot. Place the dish(es) in the steamer, cover tightly, and steam for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Let cool slightly before serving. Dukuna can be served warm or at room temperature.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the green bananas are finely grated for a smoother texture.
- ✓Do not overfill the steaming dish, as the dukuna will expand.
- ✓If you don't have a steamer, you can create a makeshift one by placing a rack in a large pot, adding water to just below the rack, and covering tightly.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for extra flavor.
- For a sweeter version, increase the sugar slightly.
- Some recipes include a small amount of shredded coconut in the batter.