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Nutritional Values
230kcal
6gProtein
48gCarbs
1gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Rewena Bread
How to order / say it
Say it
Rewena Parāoa — [ree-WEH-nah pah-RAH-oh-ah]
Order
I'd like the rewena bread, please.
Locally
I'd like the rewena parāoa, please.
Say locally
A traditional Māori sourdough potato bread.
Why try it?
Rewena Bread is a cultural emblem of Māori culinary heritage, showcasing traditional baking techniques and flavors unique to New Zealand.
How it tastes
This bread has a distinct tangy flavor from the fermented potatoes and a soft, dense texture, often enjoyed fresh or toasted with butter.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Rewena Bread has been part of Māori cuisine for generations, with its origins deeply linked to indigenous bread-making methods using naturally fermented potato starter.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 200 g potatoes
- 🌾 300 g flour
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 🧂 10 g salt
- 200 ml water
Method
- 1 Boil potatoes until soft and mash.
- 2 Mix with flour, sugar, salt, and water to form a starter.
- 3 Let the dough ferment overnight.
- 4 Knead the dough and bake until golden.
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