Sweet Antiguan Ducana Delight

Sweet Antiguan Ducana Delight

Discover the delicious flavors of Antigua with our traditional Ducana recipe. This sweet, steamed treat is a delightful pudding-like dish made with spiced sweet potato and coconut, typically served as a dessert or side dish. Wrapped in banana leaves, Ducana is an indulgence that's both comforting and exotic.

Ingredients

🥥 1/2 cup grated coconut
🍠 1 cup grated sweet potato, preferably purple-skinned sweet potato
🥕 1 small carrot, grated, optional
🌿 2-inch piece grated ginger
🥮 1/4 cup white sugar, brand of your choice
🍚 1 cup plain flour
🍦 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, Madagascar Vanilla
🍂 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
🥄 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
💧 1/4 cup water for mixing
🌿 Banana leaves or aluminum foil for wrapping
🧶 String for tying
💦 1-2 cups water for boiling

Instructions

1- Prepare Banana Leaves:

• Rinse the banana leaves under water.
• Pour hot water over them to make them pliable for wrapping.

2- Combine Ingredients:

• In the large wooden mixing bowl, combine grated coconut, grated sweet potato, optional grated carrot, grated ginger, white sugar, plain flour, vanilla essence, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

3- Mix Batter:

• Use the spatula to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
• Gradually add water until a thick, consistent batter is formed.

4- Wrap the Ducana:

• Lay a banana leaf on a clean surface.
• Place a generous dollop of the batter in the center.
• Fold sides over the mixture.
• Secure with string to create a sealed, rectangular packet.

5- Steam the Packets:

• Place the wrapped ducana packets in the non-stick pan.
• Add water for steaming, ensuring not to submerge the packets.
• Cover with the glass lid.

6- Cook:

• Steam the packets over medium heat for 25-30 minutes.

7- Cool and Serve:

• Allow the ducana packets to cool before unwrapping to avoid burns.
• Serve the smooth, fragrant pudding-like dessert as is or with your favorite garnish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 45-60 minutes
Servings: Approximately 6
Equipment: Small glass bowls, large wooden mixing bowl, Red silicone spatula with wooden handle, measuring cups/spoons, Deep non-stick pan, Glass lid with metal handle for the pan, Stove (gas hob), Wooden rectangular cutting board, Black-handled scissors

Cooking Tips

• Softening banana leaves with hot water prevents tearing during wrapping.
• Adjust seasoning to your preference.
• Foil is a viable alternative to banana leaves for easy wrapping.

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Sweet Antiguan Ducana Delight

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