Niue is a small island nation located in the South Pacific, and its cuisine is heavily influenced by Polynesian and Pacific Islander flavors. Here’s a recipe for a traditional Niuean dish called Ika Motu:
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs of fresh tuna or any other fresh fish, cut into cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, tomato, and green pepper and sauté until they are soft and fragrant.
- Add the fish to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
- Pour in the can of coconut milk and stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water until it forms a smooth slurry.
- Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and stir to thicken the sauce.
- Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Ika Motu hot, garnished with fresh herbs or chopped scallions.
Ika Motu is usually served with steamed rice or taro root. Enjoy this delicious taste of Niuean cuisine!
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