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Nutritional Values

🔥580kcal
💪38gProtein
🌾22gCarbs
🥑38gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Moroke

How to order / say it
Say it Moroke — [mo-ro-keh]
Order I'll have the moroke, please.
Locally Ke kopa moroke, hle.
Say locally

A hearty stew made with meat and vegetables.

Why try it?

Moroke symbolizes the communal spirit of Malealea, often shared among families. It's a comfort food that showcases local produce and traditional cooking methods.

How it tastes

The stew is rich and savory, with tender chunks of meat and vegetables soaked in aromatic spices, served warm.

Origin & History — first documented: 1850

Moroke has its origins in the mid-19th century in Malealea. It was a staple among local villagers, evolving as a vital part of communal gatherings.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 500 g beef
  • 🥕 200 g potatoes
  • 🥕 100 g carrots
  • 🧄 50 g onion
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🥕 50 g tomato paste

Method

  1. 1 Brown the beef in a pot.
  2. 2 Add chopped vegetables and spices.
  3. 3 Simmer until tender.

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