Palau "Belau" Island Traditional Meal | Cooking Edition

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and often less expensive.

Season the milkfish with 1/2 tsp of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder.

Bake the milkfish at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size of the fish.

For the eluit el tuu, cook 4 medium sized cooking bananas with 1 can of coconut milk, 1/8 tsp of salt, and 1/2 tbsp of granulated sugar at medium-high heat until boiling, then simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.

For the belsiich, prepare 1.5 lb of giant taro with 1.5 cups of coconut milk, 2 tbsp of vegetable oil or olive oil for coating, and 1/4 cup for a softer/smooth consistency, along with 4 tbsp of granulated sugar.

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