Bammy

Delve into the rich culinary tradition of Jamaica by making Bammy, a delightful flatbread made from cassava. This recipe brings the taste of the island to your kitchen with step-by-step guidance. Whether enjoyed steamed or fried, bammy is a versatile dish perfect for pairing with your favorite savory meals.

Ingredients

🏝️ 1 lb Sweet Cassava, peeled and grated
🧂 1/2 teaspoon Salt, for cassava flour
🌴 1 cup Coconut Milk, for soaking bammies
🧂 A pinch of Salt, for soaking milk
🌿 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon, optional for breakfast
🥥 1 teaspoon Sugar, for frying
🛢️ Oil, enough for shallow frying

Instructions

1- Peel and Soak Cassava:

• Peel 1 lb of sweet cassava and wash thoroughly.
• Soak in water for 10 minutes to soften.

2- Grate Cassava:

• Drain the cassava and grate it using the smallest side of a grater.

3- Squeeze Liquid:

• Place grated cassava in a cheesecloth.
• Squeeze out the liquid completely.

4- Prepare Cassava Flour:

• Transfer the grated cassava to a bowl.
• Rub between your palms to achieve a flour-like consistency.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and mix evenly.

5- Shape and Cook:

• Use a mini spring form pan in a dry non-stick skillet over low heat.
• Add 5 spoonfuls of cassava flour mix, forming a 1-inch thick layer.
• Cook for 5 minutes.
• Press down gently with a spoon.
• Remove the pan and flip the bammy.
• Cook for another 5 minutes until golden.
• Repeat for remaining flour.

6- Cut Bammy:

• Slice cooked bammy into four triangular pieces.

7- Soak:

• Mix 1 cup of coconut milk, a pinch of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon in a bowl.
• Soak bammy pieces for 10 minutes.

8- Fry:

• Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add sugar for browning.
• Pat dry the bammy.
• Fry each side for 3 minutes or until golden brown.
• Remove with tongs.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: Not specified
Equipment:

• Grater
• Cheesecloth
• Mini Spring Form Pan
• Non-stick Skillet
• Whisk
• Knife
• Cutting Board
• Tongs
• Spatula

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure cassava is well-soaked and grated finely for a soft texture.
• Adjust cooking times based on heat levels and bammy thickness.
• Carefully manage frying temperature and sugar quantity for perfect browning.

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