Mais Moulin (haitian Style Fried Cornmeal)

Mais Moulin, also known as Haitian Style Fried Cornmeal, is a popular dish in Haitian cuisine. It is a simple yet flavorful recipe that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course.

Mais Moulin (haitian Style Fried Cornmeal)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal and water until well combined.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a pot and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add salt and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  5. Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape each portion into a patty.
  6. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  7. Carefully place the cornmeal patties in the skillet and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
  8. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Large bowl Pot Skillet

Tools

Spatula Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serve Mais Moulin with a side of pikliz (Haitian spicy slaw) for an authentic Haitian meal.

Tips & tricks

For a crispy texture, refrigerate the cornmeal patties for 30 minutes before frying.

Cost

$5