Roasted Breadfruit

Name: Roasted Breadfruit
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Solomon Islander
Ingredients: 1 ripe breadfruit; 1/2 cup coconut cream; Salt to taste; 1 tbsp butter; 1 lime, juiced; Banana leaf; 1/4 tsp pepper; Green onion

Roasted Breadfruit (ROH-sted BRED-froot)

Fire-Roasted Whole Breadfruit

⏱ Prep Time 5 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 225 kcal

Whole breadfruit charred over coals until fluffy inside. Served with coconut cream.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 3.0g

Carbs 42.0g

Fat 5.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

fire tongs

Presentation Guide

Vessel: banana leaf

Garnishes: coconut cream

Accompaniments: fish

Ingredients

1 ripe breadfruit
1/2 cup coconut cream
Salt to taste
1 tbsp butter
1 lime, juiced
Banana leaf
1/4 tsp pepper
Green onion

Instructions

1
Place breadfruit on hot coals.
2
Roast 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally.
3
Remove when charred and soft.
4
Peel off skin.
5
Slice into wedges.
6
Serve with coconut cream, butter, salt.

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Did You Know?

Breadfruit trees in the Solomons can produce fruit for over 80 years without replanting.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

fire
tongs

Garnishing

coconut cream

Accompaniments

fish

The Story Behind Roasted Breadfruit

Breadfruit has been a cornerstone of Solomon Islander diet for millennia. Roasting over coals is the simplest and most ancient method.

The charred exterior creates a smoky flavor while the interior becomes light and fluffy.

Breadfruit remains a vital food security crop across the archipelago.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed any meal 📜 Origins: Ancient

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