Raw Fish Salad Tuvalu

Raw Fish Salad Tuvalu

Raw Fish (raw fish)

Lime-Cured Fish with Coconut

Prep Time 20 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 224 kcal

Fresh fish diced and cured in lime juice with coconut cream, onion, and chili. Cool and tangy.

Nutrition & Info

220 kcal per serving
Protein 32.0g
Carbs 6.0g
Fat 8.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish

Equipment Needed

knife bowl

Presentation Guide

Vessel: bowl

Garnishes: lime, chili

Accompaniments: taro

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dice fish into cubes.

  2. 2

    Toss with lime juice, sit 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain excess lime.

  4. 4

    Add coconut cream, onion, pepper, cucumber, tomato.

  5. 5

    Season with salt.

  6. 6

    Serve chilled.

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Did You Know?

This Tuvaluan version of Pacific raw fish uses extra coconut cream for richness.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • knife
  • bowl

Garnishing

lime, chili

Accompaniments

taro

The Story Behind Raw Fish Salad Tuvalu

Curing raw fish in citrus is one of the oldest food preparations across the Pacific. Tuvalu's version is generous with coconut cream, creating a rich, indulgent dish.

The combination of sharp lime and smooth coconut cream is perfectly balanced.

This dish is served at both casual meals and important celebrations.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed appetizer, lunch 📜 Origins: Ancient

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