Making Samoan Umu For The Family 2021.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk provides a lighter alternative.

taro

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious and widely available.

Wet the stones for cooking.

Layer banana leaves over the stones.

Put pieces of meat, including pork and chicken, on top of the banana leaves.

Add fish and root vegetables like taro and sweet potatoes on top of the meat.

Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and herbs for flavor.

Cover the food with more banana leaves.

Wrap the food in foil for easier handling.

Cover the pit with soil to create an oven effect.

Cook for several hours until the food is tender.

Uncover the umu and carefully remove the food.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary