Taro Leaf Soup Tuvalu

Name: Taro Leaf Soup Tuvalu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tuvaluan
Ingredients: 400g taro leaves; 2 cups coconut milk; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic; 1 cup water; 1 tbsp oil; Salt; 1 lime, juiced

Taro Leaf Soup (TAIR-oh leef soop)

Taro Leaves in Coconut

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 204 kcal

Young taro leaves simmered in coconut milk with onion and garlic. Nutritious and creamy.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 5.0g

Carbs 10.0g

Fat 16.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

pot

Presentation Guide

Vessel: bowl

Garnishes: coconut cream

Accompaniments: rice

Ingredients

400g taro leaves
2 cups coconut milk
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic
1 cup water
1 tbsp oil
Salt
1 lime, juiced

Instructions

1
Wash and chop taro leaves.
2
Saute onion and garlic.
3
Add leaves, stir.
4
Add coconut milk and water.
5
Simmer 25 minutes.
6
Season with salt and lime.

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Did You Know?

Taro leaves provide more vitamins than the root itself and are a crucial part of the atoll diet.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

Garnishing

coconut cream

Accompaniments

rice

The Story Behind Taro Leaf Soup Tuvalu

Taro leaves are a vital nutritional source on Tuvalu's atolls where fresh vegetables are scarce.

Cooking in coconut milk creates a rich, nourishing dish.

This preparation provides essential vitamins and minerals.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner 📜 Origins: Ancient

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