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Solomon Islands Cuisine

Oceania · Melanesia

29 recipes

Signature Solomon Islands Dishes

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Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Kara

Kara is a traditional Solomon Islands dish that combines grated cassava with corned beef and coconut cream, all wrapped in banana leaves and steamed or baked. It's a hearty and flavorful meal, often prepared for gatherings and special occasions.

Solomon Islands·Easy·3 hours 20 minutes

Kokoda

Kokoda is a refreshing Solomon Islands dish where fresh raw fish is 'cooked' in lime or lemon juice and then mixed with creamy coconut milk, diced vegetables, and chili. It's a light and flavorful appetizer or main course, showcasing the islands' abundant seafood.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Laplap

Laplap is a traditional dish from the Solomon Islands, often considered a national dish. It's made from grated root vegetables like taro or yam, mixed with coconut milk, and then steamed or baked, traditionally in banana leaves. It can be a savory dish with added ingredients or a sweet dessert.

Solomon Islands·Medium·50 minutes

Solomon Islands Banana and Fish Curry

A fragrant and flavorful curry featuring fresh fish and ripe bananas cooked in creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices. This dish balances the savory notes of the fish with the natural sweetness of the banana, creating a unique and comforting meal.

Solomon Islands·Easy·25 minutes

Solomon Islands Banana Fritters with Coconut Drizzle

Sweet and simple fritters made from ripe bananas, lightly fried until golden brown, and drizzled with a sweet coconut sauce. A popular snack or dessert across the islands.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Solomon Islands Breadfruit and Bean Curry

A fragrant and satisfying vegetarian curry made with starchy breadfruit, creamy coconut milk, and protein-rich beans, infused with aromatic spices. This dish showcases the versatility of breadfruit and the influence of regional spices in Solomon Islands cuisine.

Solomon Islands·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Solomon Islands Breadfruit and Chicken Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chunks of breadfruit and chicken simmered in a rich coconut milk broth with aromatic spices. This dish is a staple in many Solomon Islands households.

Solomon Islands·Medium·55 minutes

Solomon Islands Breadfruit and Fish Curry

A comforting and aromatic curry featuring tender chunks of breadfruit and flaky white fish simmered in a rich coconut milk broth with local spices.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Solomon Islands Breadfruit and Pork in Coconut Sauce

A comforting and savory stew combining tender chunks of breadfruit and succulent pork, simmered in a rich, creamy coconut milk sauce infused with local aromatics. This dish is a staple in many island households.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Solomon Islands Breadfruit and Pork Stew

A hearty and comforting stew featuring tender chunks of pork and soft breadfruit, simmered in a rich coconut milk broth with aromatic spices. This dish highlights the staple ingredients of the Solomon Islands, offering a taste of traditional island cooking.

Solomon Islands·Easy·45 minutes

Solomon Islands Breadfruit Fritters

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these savory breadfruit fritters are a popular snack or side dish. Made with mashed ripe breadfruit, they are seasoned with local spices and fried to golden perfection.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Solomon Islands Chicken and Taro Root in Coconut Milk

A comforting and hearty stew featuring tender chicken pieces and starchy taro root simmered in rich coconut milk, seasoned with local aromatics.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Solomon Islands Coconut Fish Mumu

A traditional Solomon Islands method of cooking fish and root vegetables in a pit oven (mumu), infused with coconut milk and local herbs.

Solomon Islands·Medium·45 minutes

Solomon Islands Coconut Fish Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup featuring fresh fish simmered in creamy coconut milk with aromatic vegetables and spices. This dish highlights the importance of seafood and coconut in the Solomon Islands' cuisine.

Solomon Islands·Easy·1 hour

Solomon Islands Fish and Taro in Coconut Milk

A comforting and flavorful main dish featuring tender fish and starchy taro cooked in a rich coconut milk broth, seasoned with aromatic ginger, garlic, and onion. This dish highlights the staple ingredients of the Solomon Islands.

Solomon Islands·Easy·40 minutes

Solomon Islands Fish in Coconut Stew

A simple yet delicious stew featuring fresh local fish simmered in rich coconut milk with aromatic vegetables. This dish embodies the Solomon Islands' reliance on fresh seafood and the ubiquitous coconut.

Solomon Islands·Medium·50 minutes

Solomon Islands Green Papaya Curry

A flavorful and comforting curry made with unripe green papaya, simmered in coconut milk with aromatic spices. This dish highlights the Solomon Islands' resourceful use of local ingredients, as green papaya readily absorbs the flavors it's cooked with.

Solomon Islands·Easy·25-30 minutes

Solomon Islands Grilled Fish with Lime and Chili

Freshly caught fish, marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, chili, garlic, and ginger, then grilled to perfection. This simple yet flavorful dish highlights the abundance of seafood in the Solomon Islands.

Solomon Islands·Medium·60 minutes

Solomon Islands Kani Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chunks of reef fish (kani) simmered in a rich coconut milk broth with aromatic vegetables and local spices. This dish is a staple in coastal communities, showcasing the bounty of the ocean.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Solomon Islands Octopus Curry

A flavorful and tender octopus curry, simmered in coconut milk with local spices and vegetables. This dish highlights the Solomon Islands' abundant seafood and tropical produce.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Solomon Islands Smoked Fish with Taro and Greens

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring smoked fish, tender taro root, and nutrient-rich greens, often cooked in a traditional earth oven or over an open fire. This recipe adapts it for modern kitchens while retaining its authentic essence.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Solomon Islands Taro and Fish Bake

A comforting and flavorful bake featuring tender taro root and flaky fish, enveloped in a creamy coconut milk sauce, and baked to perfection. This dish highlights staple ingredients of the Solomon Islands.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour

Solomon Islands Taro and Mackerel Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender taro root simmered in coconut milk with flaked mackerel, onions, and local greens. This dish is a staple in many Solomon Islands households, offering a comforting and nutritious meal.

Solomon Islands·Medium·35 minutes

Solomon Islands Taro and Prawn Stir-fry

A vibrant and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender taro root, succulent prawns, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all coated in a light, savory sauce.

Solomon Islands·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Solomon Islands Taro Leaf and Coconut Cream Rolls

Tender taro leaves are combined with creamy coconut milk and other seasonings, then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to create a flavorful and nutritious side dish or main.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Solomon Islands Taro Leaf and Pork Stew

A comforting and hearty stew featuring tender pork simmered with nutrient-rich taro leaves and flavored with coconut milk and local spices.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Solomon Islands Taro Root and Pork Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chunks of pork and starchy taro root, simmered in a rich coconut milk broth with aromatic local spices. This dish is a staple in many Solomon Islands households, offering comfort and sustenance.

Solomon Islands·Easy·25 minutes

Solomon Islands Tropical Fruit Salad with Coconut Dressing

A vibrant and refreshing fruit salad showcasing the abundance of tropical fruits available in the Solomon Islands, enhanced with a light, creamy coconut dressing.

Solomon Islands·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Solomon Islands Yam and Chicken Stew

A hearty and comforting stew featuring tender chicken and starchy yams simmered in a flavorful broth, often enhanced with local greens and spices.

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