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HOW TO MAKE FALAI KAPISI MAMOE | Samoan Lamb Stir Fry

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Falai Kapisi Mamoe

Cultural Context

Falai Kapisi Mamoe is a traditional Samoan dish that showcases the island's love for hearty, communal meals. Typically served during special occasions and family gatherings, this dish reflects the resourcefulness of Samoan cooking, utilizing local ingredients like lamb and cabbage. As global culinary influences spread, variations have emerged, with some incorporating different meats or spices, yet the essence of this comforting dish remains cherished in Samoan culture.

SamoanWSmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 bunches bok choy
700 grams chopped lamb flaps
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon crushed ginger
2 onions
salt
oil

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef is more accessible.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, evaporated milk is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a cheaper alternative.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper can be milder, while paprika offers a different flavor.

1

Chop 3 bunches of bok choy and place in a bowl.

2

Chop 2 onions into chunky pieces and place in a separate bowl.

3

Add 700 grams of chopped lamb flaps to a medium-sized pot and cover with water.

4

Heat the pot on high for about 20 minutes until boiling, stirring occasionally and adding salt to taste.

5

Drain the lamb flaps into a bowl, saving the broth for later use.

6

In a wok, add oil and the saved broth, then add the chopped onions, minced garlic, and crushed ginger, cooking on high heat.

7

Once the onions are cooked, add the drained lamb flaps to the wok and stir.

8

Add 2-3 tablespoons of soy sauce for flavor and color, scraping the bottom of the wok to incorporate the flavors.

9

Add the saved broth to the wok to tenderize the lamb and bring flavors together.

10

Add the chopped bok choy to the wok and stir to combine, adding more broth if necessary.

11

Cover the wok and let simmer for 5-10 minutes until everything is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

medium-sized potwokbowls

Spice Level:

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