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Vegetarian
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Nutritional Values
400kcal
8gProtein
58gCarbs
16gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Johnny Cake
How to order / say it
Say it
Johnny Cake — [jon-ee kayk]
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I'd love a Johnny Cake.
Say locally
A dense, pan-fried bread.
Why try it?
Johnny Cake is a cornerstone of island cuisine, often eaten with every meal. Its simplicity reflects the resourcefulness and resilience of Providenciales's culinary tradition.
How it tastes
Soft inside with a slightly crisp crust, it has a subtle sweetness from the coconut milk, providing a comforting taste often enjoyed warm.
Origin & History — first documented: 1700
Johnny Cake originated in the early 18th century when settlers used basic staples like flour and water, adding coconut milk over time to enhance the flavor.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g flour
- 🥛 200 ml coconut milk
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 🥛 50 g butter
Method
- 1 Mix flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
- 2 Add coconut milk and melted butter to form dough.
- 3 Pan-fry discs of dough until golden.
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