Caribbean arrowroot pudding
Caribbean arrowroot pudding is a traditional, creamy dessert or side dish made from arrowroot starch, coconut milk, and sugar. Originating from islands like St. Vincent and the Grenadines, it is often spiced with nutmeg or cinnamon and can be served warm or chilled.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the starch and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat from the coconut milk. A typical serving provides around 250-350 calories, along with small amounts of minerals like potassium and magnesium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
| Calcium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Zinc | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Arrowroot is a native Caribbean starch prized for being easy to digest and naturally gluten-free, making this pudding a traditional choice for those with sensitive stomachs. It showcases the region's reliance on indigenous tubers and coconut, a staple of island cuisine.
