Ulu and Pua'a Meat Pies. Breadfruit and Pork Meat Pies. @SamoanFood @IslandWay @Polytube

pua'a (pork)

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Coconut milk reduces calories, while heavy cream can be more accessible.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Peel and cube the ulu, then steam until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

In a skillet, sauté chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in butter until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add pua'a (pork) to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in soy sauce, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaves; cook for another 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

In a bowl, mix flour and salt, then cut in butter until crumbly.

Add water gradually, mixing until a dough forms.

Roll out the dough and cut into circles for pie bases and tops.

Place a spoonful of the meat mixture on each base, then cover with a top circle and seal the edges.

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

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