Go Back

Vegetarian Breadfruit Pie

This simple breadfruit pie recipe is an adaptation of a vegetarian potato pie. It has a similar texture and taste and oh-so-good cheesiness too.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Baking Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: breadfruit pie
Servings: 9
Author: Ros

Ingredients

  • 1 breadfruit
  • 3 tbsps butter
  • 2 cups cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh seasonings (chives, cilantro, basil, garlic, etc)
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place a large pot of water on medium heat and bring to a boil.
  • Wash the breadfruit and cut in half, then quarters.
  • Remove core and peel the skin.
  • Cut into small pieces.
  • Place immediately into a bowl of water.
  • Rinse the pieces until the water runs clear.
  • Add to the pot.
  • Cook until tender (approximately 15 to 30 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and rinse to remove any sticky residue
  • Mash and mix in other ingredients and 1 cup of cheese.
  • Place in a greased baking tray and layer the top with the extra cheese.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15 minutes or until the cheese has been properly melted.