Cookoo from Barbados

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2

A Traditional Barbadian Dish - Cookoo from Barbados

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb cornmeal , medium grind
	1/2 - 3/4 lb okra , sliced
	3 pints water
	1/2 ounce salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

208

Sugar

Fat

Cookoo from Barbados is a traditional dish consisting of cornmeal and okra. The sliminess of okra helps hold the cornmeal together to form a classic Bajan pudding. Cookoo is a popular dish and has different variations throughout the Caribbean.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, boil the water and salt together.
2.	Add okra and let it cook for 10-15 minutes until slimy.
3.	Slowly add cornmeal, stirring continuously.
4.	Cover the pot and let it cook on low heat for about 15 - 20 minutes until the mixture is thick and softened.
5.	Take it off the heat and let it cool slightly.
6.	In order to serve, remove from the pan and cut into wedges.

PROS

Cookoo is gluten-free and vegan.
It’s a great source of carbohydrates and fiber.
Okra can help improve digestive health.
This dish is low-cost and easy to make.

CONS

Cookoo is not a high-protein food.
This recipe might not be suitable for people with celiac disease who are sensitive to corn.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of carbohydrates and fiber, which can help regulate bowel movements and enhance digestion. The okra in the dish is known to be beneficial for digestive health. It’s also low in calories and high in antioxidants.