Faikakai Mei (Breadfruit in Coconut Caramel)
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Faikakai MeiBreadfruit in Coconut Caramel

Breadfruit simmered until tender and coated in coconut cream sweetened with brown sugar. The sauce should be glossy and thick enough to cling to the pieces.

Prep

20m

Cook

35m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
626kcal

Calories

6g

Protein

36g

Fat

83g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

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Ingredients

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4

Breadfruit

  • 800g
    Breadfruit (peeled and cut into chunks)
  • 800ml
    Water

Sauce

  • 400ml
    Coconut Cream
  • 90g
    Brown Sugar
  • 2g
    Salt

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Method

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4 steps
  1. 01

    Simmer the breadfruit in the water until tender but still holding its shape, then drain well.

  2. 02

    Heat the coconut cream with the brown sugar and salt, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

  3. 03

    Add the breadfruit and turn the pieces gently to coat them.

  4. 04

    Cook over low heat until the sauce is glossy and clings to the breadfruit, then serve warm.

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