Ingredients for Mama's Couche Couche
- Yellow Cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Sugar
- Milk
- Bacon Drippings
- Cane Syrup
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How to Make Mama's Couche Couche
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually whisk in the milk (or water) until a moist, sandy consistency is achieved. Do not overmix.
- Heat the bacon grease (or oil) in a cast-iron skillet (medium-large size) over medium-high heat.
- Pour the cornmeal mixture into the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed until a golden-brown crust forms on the bottom (about 5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium. Using a metal spatula, carefully loosen and lift the edges of the cooked crust, allowing uncooked mixture to flow underneath. Continue cooking, stirring and folding the crust into the center, breaking up any large lumps, until the entire mixture is golden brown and resembles crumbled cornbread (approximately 15 minutes).
- Serve immediately. Drizzle generously with warm cane syrup or honey (maple syrup in a pinch!). Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
43 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
30g
Carbs
17g
