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Puligi

Cultural Context

Originating from Samoa, Puligi is a traditional dessert made from taro and coconut milk, often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. Its preparation involves steaming, which gives it a unique texture and flavor, embodying the essence of Samoan cuisine. Today, Puligi is cherished not only in Samoa but also in other Pacific Island nations, where variations may include different flavorings or ingredients, reflecting local tastes.

SamoanWSdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 cup oil
3 cups plain flour
1 cup raw sugar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon mixed spice
3 eggs
1/2 cup cold water
evaporated milk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

tapioca starch

🥗Healthier: cornstarch

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Cornstarch is often more accessible and less expensive.

1

Prepare a cake tin by greasing it with oil.

2

In a bowl, mix 3 cups of plain flour, 1 cup of raw sugar, 1 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of ginger, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of mixed spice.

3

In another bowl, combine 1 cup of oil, 3 eggs, and 1/2 cup of cold water.

4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.

5

In a separate pot, brown 1 cup of raw sugar to make a burnt sauce for the pudding.

6

Add evaporated milk to the burnt sugar and stir until dissolved.

7

Pour the evaporated milk mixture into the batter and mix until combined.

8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin.

9

Bake at 150-160°C for 40-45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

steamingmixingmashing

Equipment Needed

cake tinmixing bowlpotspatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

PuligiPoliPoli'i

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