Taymer Mason

Breadfruit Cou-Cou

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Caribbean Vegan: Plant-Based, Egg-Free, Dairy-Free Authentic Island Cuisine for Every Occasion
Caribbean Vegan

By Taymer Mason

Published 2021

  • About

This creamy, buttery mash of breadfruit is usually served as part of a weekday lunch in Barbados. I suggest serving it topped with Creole Sauce, alongside Tofish.

Ingredients

Method

  1. Cut the breadfruit half into quarters, peel it, and remove the heart. Chop the flesh into large chunks. Cook the breadfruit in boiling water for 20 to 25 minutes, until tender but still firm.
  2. Drain the breadfruit, add the margarine, green onions, and optional salt and liquid smoke, and mash until smooth. This isn’t like mashing potatoes; it will feel as if you’re