Porridge
Kat-Kat Banann
Seychelles
Creole porridge of mashed green bananas (or plantains) and shredded fish fillets cooked in fresh coconut milk; the plantain is simmered, mashed, and combined with shredded fish, with subtle hints of ginger and garlic; typically accompanied by chili and rice; a traditional Seychellois comfort food.
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What it is
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Creole porridge of mashed green bananas (or plantains) and shredded fish fillets cooked in fresh coconut milk; the plantain is simmered, mashed, and combined with shredded fish, with subtle hints of ginger and garlic; typically accompanied by chili and rice; a traditional Seychellois comfort food.
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The bananas should be mashed and creamy, the fish shredded throughout; cooked in fresh coconut milk with ginger and garlic; a porridge-like consistency; typically accompanied by chili and rice; Creole comfort food at its finest; a traditional Seychellois speciality.
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