Cornmeal Duckoonoo

A Steamed Jamaican Delight

Cornmeal Duckoonoo, also known as "Blue Drawers," is a cherished Jamaican delicacy wrapped in banana leaves and slowly steamed to perfection. This old-time favourite was a staple among ancestors, made with simple ingredients like cornmeal, sugar, and warm spices, tied securely into parcels and cooked over an open flame. The result is a moist, slightly sweet dumpling infused with the earthy aroma of banana leaves. Often enjoyed as a snack or dessert, Cornmeal Duckoonoo embodies the resourcefulness and rich heritage of Jamaican culinary traditions.