Cassava Pone
Pone is a sweet tasty treat made from cassava root, a ground provision popular for centuries in the Caribbean.
You can purchase cassave pone at Barbados bakeries and supermarkets, or use the recipe below to make your own...
Recipe
Ingredients- 3 cups dry cassava flour
- 2 cups grated coconut
- 1½ cup sugar
- ¼ lb seedless raisins
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups milk
- ¼ lb shortening (melted)
- ½ teaspoon orange peel
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1½ teaspoon mixed spice
Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine the melted shortening, milk, beaten eggs and essence.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix well.
Pour the mixture into a well greased shallow baking pan or dish. Glaze with sugar and water.
Bake at 300°F for 1½ hours or until a skewer comes out clean.
Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes, then slice into squares and enjoy!
Barbados Cooking Classes
Experience true Barbadian cuisine with this off-the-beaten path tour. Multiple food stops to enjoy as you eat and mingle with the locals!Save time & money: You won't find it cheaper online or anywhere else.
Don't be disappointed: Book ahead to guarantee you don't miss out on the best tours & activities.
