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Nauru Cuisine

Oceania · Micronesia

14 recipes

Signature Nauru Dishes

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Nauru Breadfruit in Coconut Milk

A simple yet comforting dish where starchy breadfruit is boiled until tender and then simmered in rich coconut milk, often with a hint of onion and salt. This dish showcases the use of staple island ingredients.

Nauru·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Nauru Chicken and Pandanus Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken simmered with pandanus fruit, root vegetables, and coconut milk, reflecting the blend of local ingredients and influences in Nauruan cuisine.

Nauru·Easy·30 minutes

Nauru Coconut Crusted Fish

A popular Nauruan dish featuring white fish fillets coated in a crispy crust of flour, egg, and shredded coconut, often marinated in lime juice for a tangy finish. This dish highlights the abundant local resources of fish and coconut.

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Nauru·Medium·50 minutes

Nauru Fish Stew

Eka Mata is a traditional Nauruan dish that showcases the island's reliance on fresh seafood. This hearty stew features fish marinated in lime juice and coconut cream, simmered with local vegetables and aromatics, offering a taste of Nauru's coastal bounty.

Nauru·Medium·2 hours

Nauru Octopus in Coconut Sauce

Tender octopus simmered in a rich and creamy coconut milk sauce, infused with local aromatics, showcasing the abundant seafood and coconut utilization in Nauruan cuisine.

Nauru·Hard·2 hours

Nauru Octopus in Coconut-Lime Sauce

Tenderized octopus simmered in a rich coconut milk and lime sauce, infused with local aromatics. This dish highlights the abundant seafood and tropical flavors of Nauru.

Nauru·Easy·25 minutes

Nauru Pandanus and Banana Fritters

Sweet and fragrant fritters made from ripe bananas and the unique pandanus fruit, coated in a light batter and fried until golden. A popular snack or dessert in Nauru, showcasing the island's tropical fruits.

Nauru·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Nauru Pandanus Chicken Curry

A flavorful chicken curry incorporating the unique taste of pandanus fruit, simmered in coconut milk with aromatic spices. This dish reflects the use of local fruits and the influence of Southeast Asian flavors in Nauruan cuisine.

Nauru·Medium·35 minutes

Nauru Pandanus Chicken Skewers

Tender chicken marinated in a blend of pandanus extract, coconut milk, and spices, then grilled on skewers. This dish offers a unique sweet and savory flavor profile, showcasing Nauru's local pandanus fruit.

Nauru·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Nauru Pandanus Fruit Cake

A sweet and moist cake made with the unique pandanus fruit, a staple in Nauru. This cake is often enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations, offering a taste of the island's tropical flavors.

Nauru·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Nauru Root Vegetable Bake

A hearty and comforting bake showcasing a medley of Nauru's staple root vegetables, baked in a creamy coconut milk sauce with a hint of savory seasoning. This dish is a simple yet satisfying way to enjoy the island's produce.

Nauru·Easy·35 minutes

Nauru Spam and Corned Beef Fried Rice

A hearty and convenient fried rice dish that highlights the popularity of canned meats like Spam and corned beef in Nauru due to their affordability and long shelf life. This dish is a staple, often prepared with readily available vegetables.

Nauru·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Nauru Taro and Chicken Stew

A hearty and comforting stew featuring tender chicken and starchy taro root, simmered in a flavorful coconut milk broth with aromatic spices. This dish is a staple in Nauruan households, showcasing the island's reliance on root vegetables and coconut.

Nauru·Easy·35 minutes

Nauru Taro and Pandanus Fritters

These delightful fritters combine the starchy goodness of taro with the unique, slightly sweet flavor of pandanus fruit, all bound together in a crispy, golden batter. A popular snack or dessert in Nauru, they offer a taste of the island's native ingredients.

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