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Papua New Guinea Cuisine

Oceania · Melanesia

30 recipes

Signature Papua New Guinea Dishes

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Aibika and Taro Coconut Stew

A comforting and nutritious stew featuring tender Aibika leaves and starchy taro, simmered in a rich coconut milk broth. This dish is a staple in many coastal regions of Papua New Guinea, offering a taste of traditional home cooking.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·40 minutes

Aibika and Taro Fritters with Galip Nut Relish

Crispy fritters made from grated taro and nutritious aibika greens, served with a zesty relish featuring the unique galip nut. A delightful appetizer or side dish showcasing local flavors.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·45 minutes

Aibika Fritters with Galip Nut Relish

Crispy, savory fritters made from the nutritious Aibika leaf, complemented by a sweet and tangy relish featuring the unique Galip nut. This dish highlights the use of indigenous ingredients in a modern culinary context.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Arukwe

Arukwe is a hearty and flavorful dish from Papua New Guinea, featuring chicken slow-cooked with a variety of root vegetables and infused with the rich taste of coconut milk. It's a comforting meal that highlights the staple ingredients of the region.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·30 minutes

Banana and Sago Fritters

Delightful sweet fritters made from mashed ripe bananas and sago pearls, pan-fried to a golden crisp. These are often enjoyed as a snack or dessert, showcasing the common use of bananas and sago in Papua New Guinean cuisine.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·50 minutes

Banana Blossom and Fish Curry

A fragrant and mildly spiced curry featuring tender pieces of white fish cooked with the delicate flavor of banana blossoms, simmered in a creamy coconut milk base. This dish highlights the versatile use of banana blossoms in PNG cuisine.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·40 minutes

Banana Leaf-Wrapped Fish with Herbs

A simple yet flavorful dish where fresh fish is seasoned with local herbs and aromatics, then steamed inside banana leaves, imparting a subtle smoky and herbaceous aroma.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·45 minutes

Chicken and Greens in Coconut Milk

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in creamy coconut milk with a medley of fresh greens and aromatic ginger. This dish highlights the use of readily available local ingredients.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Chicken Taro Bake

A hearty and comforting dish from Papua New Guinea, featuring tender chicken and taro leaves simmered in coconut milk with aromatic spices. This 'wet mumu' style dish is traditionally cooked in a pot, layering ingredients to create a flavorful and nourishing meal.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·45 minutes

Coconut Kaukau

A simple yet delicious dish where the natural sweetness of kaukau (sweet potato) is enhanced by a creamy coconut milk sauce, infused with aromatic ginger and garlic. This dish highlights the staple ingredients of Papua New Guinea and offers a comforting, earthy flavor profile.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·45 minutes

Galip Nut-Crusted Barramundi

A modern take on Papua New Guinean cuisine, this dish features flaky barramundi fillets coated in a crunchy crust of roasted galip nuts, served with a side of steamed taro leaves.

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Papua New Guinea·Easy·35 minutes

Grilled Fish with Lemon Myrtle and Galip Nuts

Fresh local fish marinated and grilled with the aromatic lemon myrtle, a native Australian and PNG herb, and topped with crunchy galip nuts.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·50 minutes

Kani Kavi

A flavorful dish where fresh fish is marinated with local herbs and spices, then steamed inside banana leaves, imparting a subtle aroma and keeping the fish moist and tender. This method is common in coastal and island regions of Papua New Guinea.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·50 minutes

Kelkal

Kelkal is a traditional dish from Manus Province, Papua New Guinea, where sago is cooked with shredded fish, shrimp, or clams. This recipe offers a variation using chicken, showcasing the versatility of sago as a base. It's a comforting and hearty meal, often enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or served alongside other dishes.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·6 hours 20 minutes - 8 hours 20 minutes

Kokoda Fish

Kokoda is a refreshing and vibrant raw fish salad, similar to ceviche, native to Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Fresh white fish is 'cooked' in citrus juice, then mixed with creamy coconut milk, diced vegetables, and herbs for a delightful appetizer or light meal.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·45 minutes

Kumu Sisi

A simple yet flavorful stew made primarily from various local leafy greens, often enriched with coconut milk and sometimes small amounts of meat or fish.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Kundu Drum Chicken

A flavorful chicken dish inspired by the iconic Kundu drum, featuring tender chicken marinated in a blend of local spices and ginger, then slow-cooked to perfection. Often prepared for celebrations and gatherings.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·55-65 minutes

Laplap Fish in Banana Leaves

A traditional method of cooking fish, where it's seasoned and wrapped in banana leaves with aromatic herbs and sometimes a touch of coconut cream, then steamed or baked. This method imparts a delicate flavor and keeps the fish moist.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes

Mumu Pork with Greens

A traditional Mumu dish where pork and root vegetables are slow-cooked in an earth oven with fresh greens, imparting a unique smoky flavor and tender texture.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·45 minutes

Pitpit in Coconut Cream

Pitpit, a type of edible bamboo shoot, is a unique ingredient in Papua New Guinean cuisine. When cooked in creamy coconut milk with aromatics, it offers a tender, slightly sweet, and savory dish that can be served as a side or a light main course.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Pork Belly Stew with Taro and Greens

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender pork belly, starchy taro root, and nutrient-rich leafy greens, simmered in a rich coconut milk broth. This dish is a staple in many PNG households, showcasing the country's abundant local produce and traditional cooking methods.

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Papua New Guinea·Medium·2 hours 25 minutes

Pork Belly with Taro Leaves and Coconut

A rich and savory dish featuring tender pork belly slow-cooked with nutritious taro leaves and creamy coconut milk, a staple in many PNG households.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·30 minutes

Prawn Coconut Curry

A fragrant and creamy curry featuring succulent prawns simmered in a rich coconut milk base with aromatic spices. This dish is a popular seafood preparation in Papua New Guinea's coastal regions.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·35 minutes

Sago and Banana Dumplings in Coconut Cream

Soft, slightly sweet dumplings made from sago flour and ripe bananas, simmered in rich coconut cream. A comforting and traditional dessert or sweet snack.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·35 minutes

Sago Grub Fritters

A traditional delicacy from the Sepik River region, these fritters are made from sago palm grubs, mixed with taro leaves and coconut milk, then fried until golden brown.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·35 minutes

Sago Pancakes with Fruit Compote

A delightful breakfast or dessert dish made from sago flour, a staple in many PNG regions, cooked into thin pancakes and served with a sweet and tangy compote of local fruits.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·45 minutes

Saksak

Saksak are delightful, chewy dumplings made from sago pearls and mashed ripe bananas, steamed in banana leaves and served with a warm, sweet coconut milk sauce. This dish is a popular dessert or snack, especially in the coastal regions of Papua New Guinea.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·15 minutes

Talautu

Talautu is a refreshing and naturally sweet dessert from Papua New Guinea, combining the tropical flavors of fresh pineapple and coconut with a hint of lemon. It's a simple yet delightful treat, often served in coconut shells.

Papua New Guinea·Medium·50 minutes

Taro Leaf and Galip Nut Stew

A hearty and flavorful vegetarian stew featuring tender taro leaves simmered in coconut milk with the rich crunch of galip nuts. This dish highlights staple ingredients of Papua New Guinea, offering a taste of its diverse culinary landscape.

Papua New Guinea·Easy·45 minutes

Yam and Greens in Coconut Milk

A comforting and nutritious dish featuring tender chunks of yam simmered in creamy coconut milk with a medley of local greens, offering a taste of traditional Papua New Guinean home cooking.

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