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Sup Moa

Cultural Context

Originating from Tuvalu, Sup Moa is a comforting chicken soup often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. This dish reflects the Tuvaluan way of using local ingredients to create hearty meals that bring people together. While it remains a cherished traditional recipe, variations can be found across the Pacific Islands, adapting to available ingredients and personal tastes.

TuvaluanTVmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
8 cups water
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 cups carrots
2 cups potatoes
1 cup celery
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 lime
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1/2 cup green onions
1/4 cup parsley

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more economical.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories, while regular milk is often cheaper.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon offers similar acidity, and vinegar is often less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious, while yams can be less costly.

1

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

2

Add chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.

3

Remove chicken, let cool, then shred into bite-sized pieces.

4

In the same pot, add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Add diced carrots, potatoes, and celery; cook for 5 minutes.

6

Stir in bay leaves and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.

7

Return shredded chicken to the pot; mix well.

8

Add coconut milk and lime juice; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

9

Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Also Known As

Moa SoupChicken Soup

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