Making Samoan Palusami (Traditional Recipe) And Tongan Lu Kapapulu

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Wash the taro leaves thoroughly and pat dry.

In a bowl, mix coconut cream, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Add lime juice and mix until well combined.

Layer a few taro leaves on a flat surface.

Place a portion of the coconut mixture in the center of the leaves.

Add a piece of fish (or meat) on top of the mixture.

Sprinkle chopped chili peppers over the fish.

Fold the taro leaves over the filling to create a parcel.

Wrap the parcel in banana leaves to secure it.

Place the wrapped parcels in a baking dish and add water to the bottom.

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45-60 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes.

Unwrap the parcels carefully and serve warm.

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