AKASAN

What is akasan?

Akasan is a traditional and popular drink from Haiti . Etymologically, akasan derives from the number "one hundred"(100). San means "one hundred" in Haitian creole . It's a sweet drink that has the consistency of a pudding made from corn flour, evaporated milk and spices. The main spices used to prepare the drink are vanilla, cinnamon and aniseed. Traditionally, Haitians consume akasan hot or cold for breakfast, many locals like it with bread (Such a good combination!).
I personnally love it warm, for breakfast. It is one of my favorite haitian food.

• 2 1/2 Cups of water
• 1/2 cup of cornmeal
• 12 oz can of evaporated milk
• 3 Anise stars (or 1 tsp of Anise star extract)
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• 1/4 Cup of Sugar
• 1/2 tsp of salt
• 1 tsp of cinnamon

• Combine 2 cups of the water with the salt, cinnamon stick and star anise in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.
• In a small bowl, combine cornmeal and remaining water to form a paste.
• Slowly add to boiling water, stirring constantly.
• Reduce heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove cinnamon and star anise.
• Add vanilla extract, evaporated milk and sugar.
• Serve warm as porridge or chill and serve as a cornmeal beverage.

Feel free to try your own homemade akasan!

Coded by Naica Tarah Eliezaire