A famous Palauan delicacy where fruit bat is simmered in coconut milk with ginger and herbs.
Nutrition & Info
350
kcal per serving
Protein
Carbs
Fat
Equipment Needed
large pot
ladle
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Clean fruit bats thoroughly.
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2
Place in pot with coconut milk and water.
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3
Add onion, ginger, and garlic.
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4
Bring to simmer.
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5
Cook 1 hour until meat is tender.
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6
Season with salt and fresh herbs.
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Did You Know?
Palauan fruit bat soup gained international fame as one of the most unusual dishes in the world.
Chef's Notes
The Story Behind Fruit Bat Soup
Fruit bat soup is one of Palau's most distinctive and culturally significant dishes. Fruit bats (flying foxes) have been hunted and eaten across the Pacific for thousands of years.
The entire bat is traditionally simmered in coconut milk, producing a rich, gamey broth.
While controversial internationally, this dish is a cherished part of Palauan culinary heritage.
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