Traditional Koki Corn - The Best Steamed Pudding Recipe | CulinaryCreationss

Ingredients

• For the Koki Corn:
• 6 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (from about 6-8 ears, or 4 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed)
• 1/2 cup red palm oil
• 2 cups leafy greens (e.g., fresh spinach, chopped collard greens, or similar mild greens)
• 1 medium onion, roughly chopped, or 3-4 scallions, chopped
• 1-2 fresh hot peppers (e.g., Scotch bonnet, habanero, or jalapeño for milder heat), stemmed and seeded if desired
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon stock cube or bouillon powder (optional, for extra savory depth)
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup water or vegetable stock (as needed for blending)
• For Wrapping & Steaming:
• 1 package frozen banana leaves for cooking (found at Latin, Asian, or African markets), thawed
• Kitchen twine or thin strips of banana leaf for tying
• Large pot with a lid
• Steamer basket or insert