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Nutritional Values
320kcal
34gProtein
33gCarbs
8gFat
5gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Boil-up
How to order / say it
Say it
Boil-up — [BOY-el up]
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I'd like the Boil-up, please.
Say locally
Hearty soup with pork bones, kumara, and puha.
Why try it?
Boil-up showcases traditional Māori cooking, adapting to local environments and ingredients. This dish represents family gathering and sustenance from the land.
How it tastes
The broth is rich and comforting, with a deep meaty flavor from the pork and an earthy bitterness from the puha. The kumara adds a touch of sweetness, making it filling and satisfying.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Boil-up became popular in the 19th century, incorporating available resources into Māori cuisine. It's a classic instance of cultural adaptation, still prevalent at family gatherings today.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g pork bones
- 🥕 400 g kumara
- 🥕 300 g puha
- 🥕 200 g potato
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1/2 tsp pepper
Method
- 1 Simmer pork bones in water to make broth.
- 2 Add kumara, potato, and puha; season with salt and pepper.
- 3 Cook until vegetables are tender.
- 4 Serve hot with a ladle of smoky broth.
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