Kakōlkōl Lo̗jiln̄i Eo Kein Kajuōn An Nin̄nin̄ Ne Nejūm (Marshallese)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is a leaner option.

Peel and chop the taro into small pieces.

Soak the taro in water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the soaked taro.

Cook the taro until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the taro and transfer to a mixing bowl.

Add coconut milk, salt, and sugar to the taro and mash until smooth.

Prepare banana leaves by softening them over steam or heat.

Place a portion of the taro mixture on a banana leaf.

Top with fish, onion, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Fold the banana leaf to enclose the filling securely.

Steam the wrapped taro parcels for 30 minutes until heated through.

Serve hot, garnished with green onions and a drizzle of soy sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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