Conkies Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Conkies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large dried coconut, grated; 3/4 lb grated pumpkin; 1/2 lb grated sweet potato; 3/4 lb sugar; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon almond essence; 4 ounces raisins; 1 cup flour; 2 cups cornflour or 2 cups cornmeal; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 ounces melted butter or 4 ounces margarine; 2 ounces melted shortening; 1 cup milk; banana leaves or plantain leaves, cut in 8 inch squares

Servings: persons

1 large dried coconut, grated
3/4 lb grated pumpkin
1/2 lb grated sweet potato
3/4 lb sugar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon almond essence
4 ounces raisins
1 cup flour
2 cups cornflour or 2 cups cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
4 ounces melted butter or 4 ounces margarine
2 ounces melted shortening
1 cup milk
banana leaves or plantain leaves, cut in 8 inch squares

1
Mix the coconut, pumpkin, sweet potato, sugar, spices, almond essence, raisins, flour, corn flour, and salt together thoroughly.
2
With a wooden spoon, stir in the melted butter, shortening and milk and mix until smooth.
3
Place 2 heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto each plantain leaf square, fold the edges to make a neat envelope and tie securely.
4
Steam the conkies on a rack over boiling water in a large saucepan, or in a steamer, for about 1 hour or until they are firm.
5
Unwrap the conkies and serve on a heated dish.
6
Note: I may be off on the amount of servings this makes. It's been a while since I made it.

953

kcal

Calories

Fat

168

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large dried coconut, grated, 3/4 lb grated pumpkin, 1/2 lb grated sweet potato, 3/4 lb sugar, and more.

Yes, Conkies falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Conkies

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Variations & substitutions

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