Kaukau Na Kokonas Pankek (sweet Potato And Coconut Pancakes)
Indulge in the flavors of Papua New Guinea with these delicious Kaukau na Kokonas Pankek, or Sweet Potato and Coconut Pancakes. These pancakes are a popular breakfast or snack in Papua New Guinean cuisine, and they are sure to delight your taste buds with their unique combination of sweet potato and coconut.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated sweet potato
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated sweet potato and coconut milk.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture and stir until well combined.
- In a small bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract together, then add to the pancake batter and mix until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the pan as needed.
- Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings or syrup.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Whisk Non-stick pan or griddle Spatula
Tools
Grater Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kaukau na Kokonas Pankek with a dollop of coconut cream and a sprinkle of grated coconut for an authentic Papua New Guinean experience.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the pancake batter.
Cost
$10