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Lovo Feast

FijianFJmain
Servings4
10 large banana leaves
2 lbs mixed root vegetables (taro, yam, sweet potato)
2 lbs meat (chicken, pork)
1 lb fish
1 cup coconut cream
1/2 cup mixed herbs (cilantro, parsley)
2 tablespoons mixed spices (cumin, coriander)
2 limes
1 tablespoon salt
4 cups water
1 lb taro
1 lb yam
1 lb sweet potato
1 lb chicken
1 lb pork
1 lb fish

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

banana leaves

Use aluminum foil if banana leaves are unavailable.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

Coconut milk has fewer calories and is more accessible.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna can be a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Prepare a pit by digging a hole in the ground and lining it with stones.

2

Heat the stones by burning wood until they are hot.

3

Layer banana leaves at the bottom of the pit to create a base.

4

Place root vegetables and meat on top of the banana leaves.

5

Season the meat and vegetables with herbs and spices.

6

Cover the meat and vegetables with more banana leaves.

7

Add water to create steam and cover the pit with soil to trap heat.

8

Cook for several hours, typically 4-6, until everything is tender.

9

Uncover the pit carefully, allowing steam to escape.

10

Serve the cooked feast on a large platter, garnished with lime.

Also Known As

LovoFijian LovoFijian Feast

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