Description
Caribbean corn simmers with pure island flavor in this Trinidadian boiled corn delicacy. Island-fresh ingredients and simple preparation make this traditional side dish a perfect complement to any meal you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ears corn
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) coconut milk
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) brown sugar
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
Instructions
- Pour coconut milk into a spacious cooking vessel, heating gently until it reaches a delicate bubbling stage over medium heat.
- Incorporate brown sugar and salt into the warming liquid, whisking thoroughly until completely integrated and the granules dissolve seamlessly.
- Carefully lower fresh corn pieces into the fragrant, sweetened coconut liquid, ensuring each segment is submerged.
- Allow the corn to gently simmer, maintaining a soft bubbling motion for approximately 15-20 minutes, periodically turning the pieces to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
- Once the corn achieves a soft, succulent consistency and absorbs the rich coconut essence, carefully extract the pieces using tongs or a slotted spoon.
- Transfer the glossy, golden corn to a serving platter, allowing any excess liquid to drip away.
- Present immediately while the corn remains warm, preserving its optimal flavor and silky texture.
Notes
- Swap regular coconut milk with light coconut milk for a lower-calorie version without losing the rich, creamy flavor.
- Choose fresh, in-season corn for the sweetest and most tender results, ensuring each kernel bursts with natural sweetness.
- Boost nutrition by adding a sprinkle of ground nutmeg or cinnamon during cooking for an extra layer of warming spice.
- Experiment with different sweeteners like honey or maple syrup if brown sugar isn’t available, maintaining the dish’s signature Caribbean essence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Trinidadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 242 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg