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Kenyan Arrowroot Porridge with Coconut recipe by Safe Plated

Kenyan Arrowroot Porridge with Coconut

A creamy and comforting gluten-free porridge made with arrowroot flour and coconut milk, a traditional Kenyan breakfast option.

20m4 servings
WHEAT-free
250 cal|2g protein|35g carbs|12g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Arrowroot Flour
  • 4 cups Coconut Milk
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom
  • 1/4 cup Grated Coconut

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, mix arrowroot flour with 1 cup of water to form a smooth paste.
  2. 2In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, remaining water, and sugar.
  3. 3Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  4. 4Reduce heat to low and slowly pour in the arrowroot paste, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
  5. 5Add cardamom and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the porridge thickens to your desired consistency.
  6. 6Serve hot, garnished with grated coconut.

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