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Saksak recipe
Delight in the rich flavors of traditional Vanuatu cuisine!
Ingredients
- 800 g cassava
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 50 g sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
How to make Saksak
- Peel 800 g of cassava and grate it into a large bowl.
- In the bowl, add 400 ml of coconut milk to the grated cassava.
- Pour in 50 g of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45 minutes.
- Check for doneness until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve warm.
What is Saksak?
Saksak is a traditional dish from Vanuatu, baked in the oven, and takes about 60 minutes from start to finish. It is built around cassava and coconut milk. The recipe below uses 5 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Saksak take?
At 60 minutes it is quicker than 57% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 17 dishes built on cassava. The method runs to 9 steps, the longest being 45 minutes.
Any tips for making Saksak?
Ensure the cassava is fresh for the best texture.
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