INGREDIENTS:
- 1 ripe, green breadfruit, peeled and cored
- Salt to taste
- Bowl of boiled water
Traditional Haitian Recipe: How to Prepare Breadfruit Tonm-Tonm to Celebrate May Day
May 1st is a day dedicated to the celebration of work and agriculture. It’s an opportunity to showcase the produce of the land and savor the authentic flavors of our land. Haïti Wonderland offers a traditional recipe that highlights an emblematic fruit of Haitian cuisine: breadfruit. Discover how to prepare the delicious "Tonm-Tonm," a perfect accompaniment to celebrate Kouzen Zaka.
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PREPARATION:
Slice each breadfruit lengthwise.
Place a large pot on the stove and add the breadfruit. Add salt and cook until tender.
Using a mortar and pestle, mash these tender, cooked breadfruits while they are still warm until smooth. Meanwhile, dip the pestle in hot water occasionally.
Once thoroughly mashed and combined, roll them into a ball or cake and serve with your desired soup.
Serve the tonm-tonm as an accompaniment to the kalalou gonbo.
You can serve the tonm-tonm with a savory stew or sauce, such as a legume, broth, or meat or seafood dish.
