Cornmeal - 1lb
Black pepper - 1tsp
Salt - 2tsp
Dried Fruit - 4oz
Banana leaves (or Foil)
Pumpkin - 1lb
Butter - 2oz
Sugar - 1 1/2cups
water - ½pt
String for tying
Method: Grate Coconut and Pumpkin, Add all other ingredients, Stir in enough water to make a dough of dropping consistency (Approx 3 cups). Wipe banana leaves and heat them to make them pliable. Cut into Sq pieces about 6″ by 6″ and Place about 2 tbsp. mixture on each leaf and Roll up, fold over & tie.
Use a steamer or boiling water and boil for about 20-30 minutes. Test one to see if it has set, if not, cook for a longer period of time, depending on size of Paime. (Pai me)
Yield: 12 Paimes
Chef's Tip: Use Dried fruit of your choice, or rainins will do, add a pinch of Cinnamon powder if you like. Serve hot with Syrup or whipped Ice Cream .
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