Beef N Cornbread Wrapped In Banana Leaves Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Beef N Cornbread Wrapped In Banana Leaves is a traditional dish from the Caribbean. It consists of seasoned ground beef wrapped in cornbread dough and cooked in banana leaves. The banana leaves impart a unique flavor to the dish while keeping the beef moist and tender. This dish is perfect for special occasions or as a hearty meal.

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Ingredients for Beef N Cornbread Wrapped In Banana Leaves Recipe

  • 0.17 pound Ground Beef
  • 0.17 Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 0.33 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.17 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 0.17 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.08 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.17 cup Cornmeal
  • 0.08 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 0.17 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.08 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.17 cup Milk
  • as required Banana Leaves For Wrapping
  • as needed Kitchen Twine For Securing

Directions: Beef N Cornbread Wrapped In Banana Leaves Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a skillet, cook ground beef with onions, garlic, and spices until browned.
  • STEP 2.Prepare the cornbread dough by mixing cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and milk.
  • STEP 3.Divide the cornbread dough into portions and flatten each portion into a disc.
  • STEP 4.Place a spoonful of the cooked ground beef in the center of each cornbread disc.
  • STEP 5.Fold the edges of the cornbread disc over the beef and seal it with a toothpick.
  • STEP 6.Wrap each filled cornbread disc in a piece of banana leaf and secure with kitchen twine.
  • STEP 7.Steam the wrapped beef and cornbread parcels for about 30 minutes or until cooked through.
  • STEP 8.Remove the banana leaves before serving. Serve hot.

Cooking Tips

  • If you can't find banana leaves, you can use aluminum foil as a substitute.
  • Add diced bell peppers or jalapenos to the ground beef mixture for added flavor and heat.
  • Serve the wrapped parcels with a side of salsa or hot sauce for extra flavor.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftover wrapped parcels in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.
  • Serve the beef and cornbread parcels as a main dish with a side of salad or vegetables.
Nutrition
value
185
calories per serving
8 g Fat12 g Protein14 g Carbs1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    8g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Carbs
    14g
  • Fiber
    1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    14g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Fiber
    1g

Fats

  • Fat
    8g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    13mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    81mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    15mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    5mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    28mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    129mg
  • Selenium
    7mcg
  • Zinc
    3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp