Vudi Vakasoso

Name: Vudi Vakasoso
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Fijian
Ingredients: 4 ripe plantains, peeled and halved lengthwise; 1 can (400ml) coconut cream; 3 tbsp sugar; Pinch of salt; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Vudi Vakasoso (VOO-dee vah-kah-SOH-soh)

Plantain in Coconut Cream

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 324 kcal

Ripe plantains simmered in sweetened coconut cream until soft and caramelized. A Fijian comfort dessert loved by all ages.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 2.0g

Carbs 52.0g

Fat 12.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

wide pan spatula

Presentation Guide

Vessel: shallow bowl

Garnishes: grated coconut, coconut cream

Accompaniments: tea

Ingredients

4 ripe plantains, peeled and halved lengthwise
1 can (400ml) coconut cream
3 tbsp sugar
Pinch of salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1
Peel the ripe plantains and cut each in half lengthwise.
2
Combine coconut cream, sugar, salt, and vanilla in a wide pan.
3
Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves.
4
Add the plantain halves in a single layer.
5
Simmer gently for twenty minutes, turning once, until plantains are soft and sauce is thick.
6
Serve warm with the thickened coconut cream spooned over the top.

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Did You Know?

Vudi vakasoso is the Fijian equivalent of comfort food dessert, often made by grandmothers for visiting grandchildren.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

wide pan
spatula

Garnishing

grated coconut, coconut cream

Accompaniments

tea

The Story Behind Vudi Vakasoso

Vudi vakasoso is a traditional Fijian dessert where ripe cooking bananas (vudi) are gently poached in coconut cream. The natural sugars of the ripe plantain combine with the rich coconut cream to create a simple but deeply satisfying sweet dish.

On the Calendar: This is a household dessert, prepared whenever ripe plantains are abundant. It is also served at feasts and family gatherings.

Then & Now: The traditional preparation used no added sugar, relying entirely on the natural sweetness of ripe plantains and coconut cream. Modern versions may add sugar or vanilla.

Legacy: Vudi vakasoso is Pacific Island comfort food at its simplest and best: ripe fruit, coconut cream, and gentle heat.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert, snack, comfort food 📜 Origins: Ancient

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