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SUNDAY COOKING IN SAMOA | TURKEY TAIL, OFU PUAA, KALE MOA AND UMU | EPISODE 47

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Turkey Tail BBQ

Cultural Context

Originating from Samoa, Turkey Tail BBQ is a beloved dish often served at festive gatherings and family celebrations. The dish showcases the rich flavors of marinated turkey tails, which are grilled to perfection, embodying the spirit of communal feasting. While traditionally enjoyed in Samoan culture, variations of this dish have emerged globally, adapting to local ingredients and tastes.

SamoanWSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs turkey tails
1 cup water
1 medium onion
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 cup cucumbers, sliced
1 cup round cabbage, shredded
8 oz noodles
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 lb chicken
1 tablespoon curry powder

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

turkey tails

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chicken thighs

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pork belly

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork belly provides a similar flavor profile.

soy sauce

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tamari

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

brown sugar

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: coconut sugar

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is more economical.

honey

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: agave syrup

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is a vegan alternative, while corn syrup is often less costly.

1

Cut up the turkey tails and remove any feathers.

2

Add a bit of water to the turkey tails and cook until it reduces down to an oil.

3

Discard most of the oil but leave a little for stir-frying.

4

Chop up the pig organs and fry them with onions, garlic, and black pepper.

5

Add soy sauce for browning while frying the pig organs.

6

Add cucumbers and round cabbage to the stir-fry.

7

Add noodles to absorb moisture from the veggies and stir.

8

Fry the sausages for the kids and place them in the oven to keep warm.

9

Prepare a simple chicken curry using the same oil from frying the sausages, adding crushed red pepper, garlic, and curry powder.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingbasting

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlbasting brush

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

BBQ Turkey TailGrilled Turkey Tail

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