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Native Fijian Food and Restaurant: Making RouRou. Pt 9/10

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RouRou with Tuna

Cultural Context

RouRou with Tuna is a traditional Fijian dish that showcases the island's abundant seafood and local taro leaves. It reflects the communal spirit of Fijian culture, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Fiji, with variations appearing in Pacific Islander communities and seafood restaurants worldwide.

FijianFJmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb tuna
10 taro leaves
1 cup coconut milk
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 chili
1 medium tomato
2 green onions
1/4 cup coriander
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

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

tuna

🥗Healthier: salmon

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides good protein.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while keeping flavor.

taro leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Spinach is more accessible and nutritious.

chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Bell pepper adds sweetness without heat.

1

Prepare the taro leaves by washing and removing the tough stems.

2

Mix the tuna with chopped onion, garlic, ginger, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

3

Lay out a taro leaf and place a portion of the tuna mixture in the center.

4

Fold the sides of the taro leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly like a burrito.

5

Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.

6

Place the rolls in a steamer basket lined with additional taro leaves or parchment paper.

7

Steam the rolls over boiling water for 20-25 minutes until the leaves are tender.

8

Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a pan and sauté chopped tomatoes and green onions until softened.

9

Add coconut milk to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

10

Serve the steamed rolls warm, drizzled with the coconut sauce and garnished with coriander.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Tuna RouRouFijian Tuna Wrap

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