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    Haitian Food » Labouyi Bannann-Plantain Porridge

    Labouyi Bannann-Plantain Porridge

    Posted On December 2, 2020 By Mirlene Last updated January 6, 2022 14 Comments

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    Labouyi Bannann (Haitian Plantain Porridge) is a sure way to perk up your breakfast routines.  Look no further and entice your morning breakfast with this quick and easy plantain porridge. A Caribbean’s favorite breakfast dish.

    • Labouyi Bannann in a blue and green plate with plantain in the background, with yellow pepper on the side with a spoon. Easy, sweet, flavorful, and delicious Labouyi Bannann (Haitian Plantain Porridge). A quick Vitamix blend that's prepared in minutes. Great for busy mornings. Labouyi Bannann | Plantain Porridge | Labouyi | Easy Haitian Food Recipes | Low Carb Porridge | Haitian Breakfast | On The Go Breakfast Recipe | Green | Bananas | Savory Thoughts #Labouyibannann #Plantainporridge #Easyhaitianfoodrecipes #Lowcarbporridge #haitianbreakfast

    This is a well-loved Haitian Breakfast recipe.

    I now have the pleasure of making it for my husband and children. This plantain porridge recipe is an easy on-the-go labouyi breakfast. Made in the Vitamix, and blended to perfection. This green plantain porridge is gluten-free and filling. 

    If you’re wondering “what the heck is a plantain porridge?” Well, my friends, let me introduce you to my second favorite Haitian meal. You may recall I stated that I love Haitian Cornmeal or polenta, and this porridge sits right up there too.

    There are so many varieties of porridge. However, the most popular ones in the Haitian cuisine are corn, flour, and of course plantain porridge. 

    Why Does This Recipe Works?

    EEEEAAASSSY! Did I say it was easy to make? Seriously, this version is SO much faster with the same great flavor!

    • plantain porridge being poured from vitamix blender into a blue bowl.

    Plantain Porridge is not only served for breakfast, but it is also served as supper.

    Guys, it took me a little over 6 minutes to make this porridge in my Vitamix blender. But don’t worry, I have also included a stove top version in the recipe instruction below. 

    It is creamy, it is thick, it is sweet, and most of all, and it is incredibly delicious.

    It is gluten free. 

    It’s also something the kiddos will love because of the sweet flavor. 

    Everything is done in the vitamix blender, but also satisfy one pot dish recipes as well. 

    It smells great. The smell from the cinnamon in the boiling water if made over the stove, is enough to draw you closer to the kitchen if you weren’t already there. 

    If you are new to plantains, or plantain porridge, then this is definitely a conversation starter. 

    I have even made this porridge the nights I do not feel like cooking. It is also often served with bread. 

    How To Make Labouyi (Plantain Porridge) In The Vitamix Blender?

    Now, if you don’t have a Vitamix blender, don’t worry. I included a stove top version in the recipe below.

    Gather the ingredients (first picture). Once you have gathered the ingredients, you’ll have a choice: you can peel the plantains or leave the skin on. I grew up seeing my family leaving the skin on in Haiti. I also saw a few of my family members remove the skin as well. But, just like any other vegetable, the best flavor and all of the vitamins are found in the skin. So I leave the skin on. The skins thrown away are the healthiest part of the produce. They contain fiber, vitamins, and nutrients – sometimes more than the rest of the vegetable. 

    When making labouyi bannann, I follow the same rule for carrots as well. If you decide to go this route, please be sure to wash the plantain and the carrot thoroughly. Any other time, I would peel the skin off both vegetables as I did in my glazed carrots recipe. 

    Cut the plantain(s) and carrot(s) in bite-size pieces. Place the pieces in the blender along with all of the remaining ingredients (Picture 1-2). 

    Blend on low to get the blender going, then gradually increase the speed to the highest level. Blend for 6 minutes and 30 seconds.  The blender will cook the porridge. It will also stop on its own if you forget to turn it off. Pour the porridge into a cup (if on the go) or bowl to enjoy at home (Picture 3). Enjoy warm with bread (optional). 

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    Haitian Labouyi in a blue bowl and in a green bowl with yellow paper in the background.

    Labouyi Bannann (Haitian Plantain Porridge)

    Savory Thoughts
    Easy, sweet, flavorful, and delicious Labouyi Bannann (Haitian Plantain Porridge). A quick Vitamix blend that’s prepared in minutes. Great for busy mornings.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 6 mins
    Total Time 9 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dinner
    Cuisine Caribbean, Haitian
    Servings 2 People
    Calories 320 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Vitamix Blender Version

    • 1 green plantain
    • 1 carrot
    • 1 12 oz evaporated milk
    • 1 cup water
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ cup sugar or honey
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

    Stove Top Version

    • 1 green plantain
    • 1 carrot
    • 1 12 oz evaporated milk
    • 2 cups water
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 3 cinnamon sticks
    • 2 whole star anise
    • ½ cup sugar or honey
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon grated lime optional
    • 1 teaspoon nutmeg optional

    Instructions
     

    Vitamix Blender Version

    • Cut the plantain(s) and carrot(s) in bite-size pieces. Place the pieces in the blender along with all of the remaining ingredients.
      Blend on low to get the blender going, then gradually increase the speed to the highest level. Blend for 6 minutes and 30 seconds. The blender will cook the porridge. It will also stop on its own if you forget to turn it off. Pour the porridge into a cup (if on the go) or bowl to enjoy at home. Enjoy warm with bread (optional). 
      plantain porridge step by step photos

    Stove Top Version

    • Peel the plantain and carrot or leave the skin on. cut into ½ inch slices. In the blender, puree the plantain and carrot with 1 ½ cup water. Set aside. 
      In a medium saucepan on low heat, boil the water (1 cup), star anise, and cinnamon sticks. 
      Once blended, add plantain puree and bring to a boil on low medium heat. Add evaporated milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and lime zest. Cook for 15 minutes on low heat. Stirring occasionally so that it does not stick to the bottom of the pot. 
      Enjoy warm, preferably with bread as traditionally served. 
      plantain porridge being poured from vitamix blender into a blue bowl.

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    Notes

    For Labouyi Bannann (Haitian Plantain Porridge)

    This recipe has been modified to a Vitamix version for busy days and mornings. Tradionnaly, Haitian porridge is often made on the stove and requires a lot of stirring. 
    You may use honey to sweeten the porridge; however, it will alter the taste. Another alternative is condensed milk. Please measure to your taste. 
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2PeopleCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 254mgPotassium: 375mgFiber: 1gSugar: 59gVitamin A: 5100IUVitamin C: 22.3mgCalcium: 260mgIron: 0.2mg
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    Comments

    1. Pat

      November 29, 2021 at 12:36 am

      Oh wow I never made this way in the blender ? So the veggies are not cooked just blended? Basically raw veggies

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        December 01, 2021 at 3:38 am

        Hello Pat! No, they are not raw veggies. We used our Vitamix to cook it as explained in the post. The Vitamix blender is used to cook certain foods as well. If you have a good quality blender similar to the one mentioned, you can achieve the same results.

        Reply
    2. Tanya

      January 26, 2020 at 6:30 pm

      I am a home health side for my best friend’s mom and they are Haitian. My friend was talking to me about her mom making this porridge all the time for her granddaughter. Her mom has dementia now. So I decided to look up a receipt for and make it for her. She loves it when I make it she said I make it just like she use to.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        January 26, 2020 at 9:18 pm

        Hello, Tanya!
        WOW. I am so glad she loves it. And thank you for making it for her, it makes it even more special. I appreciate you sharing the story as well. Thanks again!

        Reply
    3. Jo

      April 13, 2019 at 6:59 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow, that’s interesting!I use plantain a lot in my kitchen, but never made porridge out of it. I’m so interested to try these soon, saving it.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 14, 2019 at 11:00 am

        Thank you 🙂

        Reply
    4. Swathi

      April 05, 2019 at 3:36 am

      5 stars
      We dry green plantain and make porridge for kids with dried green plantains, most as first solid food. Love this Haitain recipe I got it from one of the friend I am yet to make it . Yours turned out be perfect.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 14, 2019 at 11:04 am

        Thank you, Swathi.

        Reply
    5. April

      April 05, 2019 at 2:49 am

      5 stars
      Such a wonderful way to perk up my everyday breakfast – just what I have been looking for – thank you! 🙂

      Reply
    6. Bee

      April 04, 2019 at 8:12 am

      5 stars
      Woo hoo…I need some more banans in my life!!!!!!!! Cannot wait to try this. This recipe looks incredible!

      Reply
    7. Mahy Elamin

      April 04, 2019 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing this super cool banana recipe. I really love banana since it’s one of my favorite fruits and it’s so healthy for our bodies. I’m giving this recipe a try. Cheers!

      Reply
    8. Danielle Wolter

      April 03, 2019 at 4:27 pm

      5 stars
      i have never heard of this before before i don’t know much about Haitian food. I’d really like to learn more. the flavors sound so delicious, I do love plantains!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 04, 2019 at 9:23 am

        Haitian food, just like any other Caribbean food is very rich in flavor and bold. I am very happy to hear you are interested in learning more :). Cheers!

        Reply
    9. Priya Srinivasan

      April 03, 2019 at 3:19 pm

      OMG, that looks delicious and what lovely flavors, banana, cinnamon, vanilla this must be one aromatic porridge!!! A power packed breakfast to start the day!

      Reply

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