Kukau (breadfruit And Coconut Milk Stew)
Kukau is a traditional Palauan stew made with breadfruit and coconut milk. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in Palauan cuisine, and it's perfect for a cozy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 large breadfruit, peeled and diced
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 green chili, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the diced breadfruit, coconut milk, onion, garlic, tomato, green chili, salt, and black pepper.
- Add water to the pot until the ingredients are just covered.
- Place the pot on the stovetop over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the breadfruit is tender.
- Stir occasionally and add more water if needed to maintain a stew-like consistency.
- Once the breadfruit is tender, remove the pot from the heat and let the stew cool slightly before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the kukau stew hot, accompanied by steamed rice or taro for a complete Palauan meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can add a few pieces of bone-in chicken or fish to the stew while it simmers.
Cost
$5