OKA POPO (AMERICAN SAMOA) - RAW FISH STEW

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Oka Popo (American Samoa) - Raw Fish Stew image

This recipe is from week six of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every country on Earth, and American Samoa is my sixth stop. This dish is made from coconut milk, vegetables and raw fish. It is good as an appetizer if you find too much raw fish overwhelming. Note: it is very important to use a sushi grade fish if you are going to make this recipe.

Provided by GiddyUpGo

Categories     Polynesian

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons salt
2 cups water
pepper
1 lb raw fish, cut into bite-sized pieces (marlin or swordfish is traditional, but you can also use sushi-grade tuna)
1/2 cup cubed cucumber, seeds removed
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 one onion, finely diced
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
juice of one lime
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the salt, pepper and water together to make a brine. Add the fish pieces and soak for 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, chop the vegetables.
  • At the end of the brining, drain the fish and add the coconut milk, the chopped vegetables, the cilantro and lime juice. You could also add half a finely chopped jalapeƱo, if you like it spicy.
  • Now put it back in the fridge--it's traditionally served cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.2, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 11.5, Sodium 3520.9, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 39.7, Protein 1.4

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