🇫🇲 Micronesian Cuisine

Taro Leaf Soup

Taro Leaves in Coconut Broth

Prep Time 15 min

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Calories 234 kcal

Young taro leaves simmered in rich coconut milk with onion and garlic. A nourishing island staple.

Ingredients

400g young taro leaves, washed
2 cups coconut milk
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt to taste
1 lime, juiced

Instructions

1 Wash taro leaves thoroughly and chop roughly.
2 Saute onion and garlic in oil until fragrant.
3 Add taro leaves and stir 2 minutes.
4 Pour in coconut milk and water.
5 Simmer 25 minutes until leaves are very tender.
6 Season with salt and lime. Serve warm.

Did You Know?

Taro leaves must be cooked thoroughly to neutralize calcium oxalate crystals that cause throat irritation.