Waci Poke - Taro Leaf Patties

Also known as RouRou balls, this recipe is a vegan version of the popular traditional Fijian dish. This recipe was adapted to be plant-based and kindly contributed by the talented Josh Uluilakeba, known as Maoli Chef.

(If you have trouble sourcing taro/rourou leaves you can try using finely chopped spinach leaves instead)

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

A bunch of taro leaves, shredded
3 cups oat flour
1½ cups water
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
½ onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, crushed
2 cups coconut milk
½ cup coconut cream
Oil for frying

LET'S GET COOKING

In a bowl, combine the oat flour, nutritional yeast, salt, onion and garlic.
Slowly add the water while stirring, until a thick consistency is reached.
Add in the shredded taro leaves and mix well.
Brush a small amount of oil onto a pan (or omit, but use a good quality non-stick pan); scoop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan once hot and fry until golden brown.
Pour in the coconut milk and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes.
Turn down the heat, pour the coconut cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
Serve with cassava, dalo or with rice - Bula Vinaka!

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