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Fiji-style Sewai

Cultural Context

Fiji-style Sewai is a beloved dessert in Fijian culture, often enjoyed during special occasions and gatherings. This dish showcases the rich flavors of coconut and the sweetness of fruits, reflecting the tropical bounty of the islands. Traditionally made with vermicelli noodles, it has become a popular treat not just in Fiji but also in other Pacific Island nations, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

FijianFJdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups vermicelli noodles
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups water
2 bananas
1/2 cup grated coconut
1/4 cup pistachios
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cloves
2 tablespoons lime juice

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories while evaporated milk is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness and flavor, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are a budget-friendly alternative.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries add tartness, while dried apricots are often cheaper.

1

Boil water in a large pot and add vermicelli noodles; cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes.

2

Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

3

In a separate saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, salt, and cardamom; heat gently until sugar dissolves.

4

Add vanilla extract to the coconut mixture and stir well.

5

In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the coconut mixture; mix until well coated.

6

Slice bananas and fold them into the noodle mixture gently.

7

Transfer the mixture to a steaming dish and sprinkle with grated coconut on top.

8

Steam the dish for about 10 minutes until heated through.

9

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

10

Garnish with chopped pistachios, raisins, and a sprinkle of cinnamon and cloves.

11

Drizzle with lime juice before serving for added freshness.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsteamingmixing

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

SewaiFijian Sewai

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