Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Cacao Spiced Halal Beef Skillet With Coconut Glaze
Pan-seared beef steak coated in a bittersweet cacao spice rub, finished in a quick reduction of creamy coconut and citrus.
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Samoan recipes
Discover 18 Samoan recipes with ingredients and step-by-step directions.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Coconut Papaya Glazed Chicken Thighs
Juicy seared chicken thighs simmered in a vibrant Samoan-inspired sauce made of fresh ripe papaya puree, creamy coconut milk, lime, and chili.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Halal Beef Supasui Noodle Skillet
A classic Samoan home-style chop suey featuring tender sliced sirloin, crisp cabbage, and glass noodles simmered in a savory soy garlic broth.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Halal Beef Palusami Skillet With Creamy Coconut Baby Spinach
A quick stove-top version of traditional Samoan palusami featuring tender shredded halal beef simmered with fresh baby spinach in rich coconut milk and sweet onions.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Pan-Seared Halal Lamb Chops With Coconut Curry Taro Puree
Juicy seared halal lamb loin chops served over a silky mash of boiled taro root enriched with coconut milk and mild curry spices.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Braised Halal Lamb Shanks In Coconut Lemon Miti Sauce
Tender halal lamb shanks slow-braised in a rich, citrus-infused coconut milk broth inspired by traditional Samoan miti dressing.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Shrimp In Creamy Coconut Fai'Ai Sauce
Succulent pan-seared jumbo shrimp bathed in a velvety Samoan coconut fai'ai sauce fragrant with onion, garlic, and fresh scallions.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Coconut Chicken Lu'Au Skillet
Inspired by traditional Samoan palusami and lu'au moa, this quick skillet braises tender halal chicken thighs in creamy coconut milk and leafy greens infused with fresh ginger and onion.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Pan-Seared Snapper With Warm Coconut Miti Sauce
Crisp pan-seared red snapper fillets accompanied by a traditional warm Samoan Miti sauce crafted from coconut cream, sweet diced onion, chili, and fresh lime.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Pan-Seared Yellowfin Tuna With Coconut Pineapple Miti
Seared tuna steaks dressed with a sweet and bright coconut miti sauce combining crushed pineapple, fresh lime, and mild chili heat.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Koko Spiced Halal Beef Skirt Steak With Roasted Taro
Tender strips of halal beef skirt steak rubbed with traditional Samoan cacao nib spices, pan-seared and paired with crispy roasted taro root.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Coconut Taro And Halal Chicken Fa'Alifu
Bone-in chicken thighs and tender taro roots slow-simmered in rich garlic coconut cream for a hearty comfort meal.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi In Coconut Ginger Fai'Ai Broth
Inspired by traditional Samoan fai'ai i'a, tender mahi mahi fillets are pan-seared and gently enveloped in an aromatic coconut cream sauce accented with ginger and chili.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Halal Beef Pisupo With Braised Green Bananas
A warm Samoan comfort food favorite featuring seasoned halal canned corned beef sautéed with caramelized onions and sweet tomatoes, paired with green bananas simmered in coconut broth.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Coconut Turmeric Chicken Thighs With Sweet Yam
Tender halal chicken thighs simmered in a golden turmeric garlic coconut broth alongside velvety sweet yams for a comforting island dish.
Samoan / beginner
Samoan Coconut Lime Baked Cod Fillets
Tender cod fillets baked over sweet sliced onions and blanketed in a creamy coconut broth infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and bright lime juice.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Seared Red Snapper With Fresh Coconut Oka Salsa
Pan-seared red snapper fillets served over a cold coconut milk salsa infused with fresh lime juice, cucumber, chili, and cilantro.
Samoan / intermediate
Samoan Coconut Lemongrass Braised Halal Beef Short Ribs
Tender halal beef short ribs seared until golden and simmered in a rich coconut milk broth infused with fresh lemongrass, garlic, and scallions.