Baked Stuffed Breadfruit

Baked Stuffed Breadfruit is a popular dish in Saint Helenian cuisine, featuring a unique and delicious combination of flavors and textures. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a hearty family meal.

Baked Stuffed Breadfruit

Ingredients

  • 1 large breadfruit
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1 cup grated cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the top off the breadfruit and scoop out the core and seeds, creating a hollow cavity.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked rice, onion, tomatoes, bell pepper, black beans, and grated cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the breadfruit with the rice and vegetable mixture, pressing it down gently to fill the cavity.
  5. Drizzle the olive oil over the stuffed breadfruit and wrap it in foil.
  6. Place the wrapped breadfruit on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, or until the breadfruit is tender.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the top.
  8. Serve the baked stuffed breadfruit hot, slicing it into wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
10g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking sheet Foil

Tools

Knife Large bowl Baking sheet

Serving suggestions

Serve the baked stuffed breadfruit with a side salad and a refreshing fruit punch for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add cooked ground meat or seafood to the stuffing mixture for extra protein and flavor.

Cost

$15