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Samoan BBQ

Cultural Context

Samoan BBQ, often prepared for special occasions, reflects the island's communal culture. Traditionally cooked in an underground oven called an umu, it showcases local ingredients like pork, fish, and taro. This method of cooking not only infuses the food with unique flavors but also brings people together, embodying the spirit of sharing and celebration. Today, variations of Samoan BBQ can be found in many Pacific Islander communities around the world, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its cultural roots.

SamoanWSmain
240 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 lb chicken
1/4 cup aroha original sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 medium yellow onion
2 green onions
4 cloves garlic
2 lb short ribs
1 lb chicken thighs
4 cups potato salad
2 cups cooked rice

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

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk has fewer calories and is less expensive.

taro leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and still nutritious.

banana leaves

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Aluminum foil can be used for wrapping when banana leaves are unavailable.

1

Prepare the chicken by carving around the bone to keep it attached for grilling.

2

Leave the skin on the chicken to retain moisture while cooking.

3

Marinate the chicken in a mixture of aroha original sauce, sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil.

4

Use a charcoal grill for cooking the chicken and short ribs.

5

Plate the dish in a restaurant style with potato salad and rice on the side.

6

Garnish the plate before serving.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsmokingwrapping

Equipment Needed

fire pitstonesbanana leavesgrillknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Samoan UmuSamoan Luau

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