Fekei With Fai (taro Leaf Rolls With Coconut Sauce)
Fekei with Fai is a traditional dish from Wallis and Futuna, consisting of Taro Leaf Rolls with Coconut Sauce. This dish is a popular delicacy that showcases the unique flavors of the islands.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of taro leaves
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash the taro leaves and remove the stems.
- In a bowl, mix the grated coconut, chopped onion, diced tomato, and salt.
- Place a taro leaf on a flat surface and spread a spoonful of the coconut mixture on the leaf.
- Roll the leaf tightly to form a roll and secure it with a toothpick.
- Repeat the process for the remaining leaves and mixture.
- In a pot, heat the coconut milk and add the stuffed taro leaf rolls.
- Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the leaves are tender.
- Serve the fekei with fai hot, accompanied by the coconut sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Pot Bowl
Tools
Toothpicks
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Serve the fekei with fai with a side of steamed rice and fresh tropical fruit.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Be gentle when handling the taro leaves to avoid tearing them while rolling.
Cost
$10