Jamaican Bammy
Jamaican cassava flatbread soaked in coconut milk and toasted until golden. Makes about 3 servings.
Bammy is made with grated cassava and salt, pressed into discs and cooked on a griddle. In this version, the discs are soaked in coconut milk before being browned. Yield and timings are approximate.
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Method
- 01
Grate and drain
Peel and finely grate the cassava. Place it in a clean cloth and squeeze out the excess liquid.
Ready to continue when: The cassava is grated and no longer releases a stream of liquid when squeezed.
10 min - 02
Season and shape
Mix the drained cassava with the salt. Divide the mixture into portions and press them into discs.
Ready to continue when: The salt is evenly mixed in, and the discs hold a flat, compact shape.
5 min - 03
Cook the discs
Heat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Cook the discs for about 10 minutes on each side, until firm and cooked through.
Ready to continue when: The discs are firm and have browned patches on both sides.
20 min - 04
Soak and brown
Remove the discs from the griddle and soak them in the coconut milk for 10 minutes. Drain them, then return them to the griddle or place them under a grill until golden.
Ready to continue when: The discs have soaked in the coconut milk for 10 minutes and are golden on the outside.
10 min
Ingredients
Sources and review
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