FAIAI ELEGI, UMU LUAU, TARO BREADFRUIT & BANANA | Sunday Cooking in Samoa | Ep.61

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option while canned fish is more affordable.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces fat while evaporated milk offers a budget-friendly substitute.

banana leaves

🥗Healthier: parchment paper

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Parchment paper is a healthier option while aluminum foil is easily accessible.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Start cooking the mamoy with cabbage and tomatoes.

Clean the cabbage and prepare it for cooking.

Check on the cooking progress after 35 minutes.

Add onions and aromatics to the dish as it cooks down.

Finish cooking the mamoy and prepare to serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens