Fekei

Fekei
Tuvalu
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (480 ml) coconut milk
  • 1 cup (200 g) cooked pumpkin, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) cornstarch

Instructions

Prepare the Pumpkin

Cook the pumpkin until it is soft, then mash it until smooth. Set aside.

Cook the Coconut Milk Mixture

In a large saucepan, combine the coconut milk, brown sugar, water, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.

Thicken the Mixture

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to form a smooth paste.

Gradually add the cornstarch paste to the coconut milk mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

Continue to cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.

Add the Pumpkin

Stir in the mashed pumpkin until it is fully incorporated into the coconut milk mixture.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Serve

Remove the fekei from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Pour the fekei into serving bowls or a large serving dish.

Enjoy your meal!