5 'Must Try' Local Vanuatu Cuisines
Posted by Maris on 30th Oct 2023
Vanuatu is a foodie's dream, known for its attractive friendly locals, fresh products, and delectable cuisines. Vanuatu cuisine is all about combining fresh local products with traditional culinary skills to produce delectable meals that bring people together. Vanuatu is likely to impress if you want to tease your taste buds and eat unique dishes that you won't find at home. Here are five'must-try' Vanuatu foods.
Kava
Kava is a traditional and ceremonial drink noted for its euphoric effects. It is a must-try when visiting Vanuatu. Kava is grown all around Vanuatu and the South Pacific, and natives have been drinking it for over 3,000 years. Originally drunk for medicinal and cultural purposes, Kava is now popular with tourists seeking to immerse themselves in Vanuatu's traditional way of life. Participate in a native ceremony or visit one of the many kava bars on the island for an unforgettable experience.
The Santo Beef
Santo beef, a delectable dish famed for its suppleness and distinct flavor, is an absolute must-try when visiting Vanuatu. Santo Beef is produced by native cattle on the northern isle of Santo, where they reside amid the coconut palms and on Vanuatu grass and coconut rind. This top cut of beef is lean and flavorful, and it comes with your choice of sides and sauces.
Tuluk
Tuluk is a foodie's fantasy, a one-of-a-kind and traditional Vanuatu dish cooked with love and patience. Tuluk is a minced pork dish wrapped in cassava and dough and baked for up to six hours in an underground natural oven. Tuluk may be found in many of Port Villa's local markets, and it's both cheap and tasty!
Seafood
It would be foolish not to eat some excellent freshly caught Vanuatu seafood while surrounded by the stunning glittering waters of the South Pacific. Snapper (poulet), tuna, and mahi mahi seafood are popular among locals.
The lap Lap
Lap lap, Vanuatu's national dish, is a delightful meal made by grinding bananas, breadfruit, taro, or yam roots into a thick vegetable paste. Wrapped in banana leaves with your choice of meat, the paste is cooked in an underground natural oven and served with fresh coconut cream. Lap lap is mainly prepared for special occasions in Vanuatu, so if you can try it, do not pass it up!