Fresh Flava's - Papiloa Foliaki's Lu Sipi

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based alternative that is lower in fat.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk is lighter and less calorie-dense.

taro leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Spinach is more accessible and retains a similar texture.

lime leaves

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: lime juice

Lemon zest provides a similar citrus flavor.

Wash the lu fish and shake off the water.

Cut the fish into pieces about the size of your hand.

Prepare onions by cutting them thinly.

Season the fish with salt and pepper.

Wrap the fish in banana leaves, ensuring it's tightly sealed.

Place a little water at the bottom of the baking dish and add extra banana leaves on top before covering with a lid.

Cook in the oven for 1 to 1.5 hours.

Cooking Techniques

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