Green Banana Gratin (Rohelise banaani gratään)

Rohelise banaani gratään, or Green Banana Gratin, is a traditional dish from Dominica that is both delicious and nutritious. This creamy and comforting gratin is made with green bananas, coconut milk, and a blend of flavorful spices. It's a perfect side dish or a hearty vegetarian main course.

Green Banana Gratin (Rohelise banaani gratään)

Ingredients

  • 4 green bananas, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup grated cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the sliced green bananas, coconut milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bananas are tender and the mixture has thickened.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle the grated cheese on top.
  4. Broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  5. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Baking dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Grater

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rohelise banaani gratään hot as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a satisfying vegetarian main course.

Tips & tricks

For a crispy topping, you can sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese before broiling the gratin in the oven.

Cost

$8