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Nutritional Values
600kcal
45gProtein
18gCarbs
40gFat
3gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🫘 Soy
🌾 Gluten
Moksi Meti
How to order / say it
Say it
Moksi Meti — [Mock-see Meh-tee]
Order
I'll have the Moksi Meti.
Locally
Ik neem de Moksi Meti.
Say locally
A stir-fry of mixed meats with vegetables.
Why try it?
Moksi Meti showcases Paramaribo's diversity, blending Chinese influence with local tastes, making it a staple at take-away eateries and reflecting the city's melting pot culture.
How it tastes
Savory and slightly sweet with rich umami flavors, Moksi Meti is associated with the smokiness from the grill or wok, enhanced by the crisp freshness of vegetables.
Origin & History — first documented: 1910
Introduced to Paramaribo in the early 20th century by Chinese immigrants, Moksi Meti quickly adapted into local cuisine. It became popular at food stalls and influenced by indigenous and Creole flavors.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g pork belly
- 🥩 200 g chicken thigh
- 🥣 50 ml soy sauce
- 🧄 4 cloves garlic
- 🧂 20 g ginger
- 🥕 2 medium bell peppers
- 🥕 4 stalks spring onions
Method
- 1 Slice meats into strips and marinate with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- 2 Heat a wok and stir-fry the meats until browned.
- 3 Add chopped bell peppers and cook for 3-5 minutes.
- 4 Top with sliced spring onions and serve hot.
- 5 Optionally, serve over rice or noodles.
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