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Kådu (Guamanian coconut pork stew)

A traditional Guamanian pork stew simmered in coconut milk with chili and pandan leaves. The creamy, slightly tangy sauce is eaten with rice, and this dish is a favorite at festive meals.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the onions and chop the garlic. Cut the chili into thin rounds.
  2. Heat the oil in a large pot and brown the pork pieces over medium heat on all sides.
  3. Add the onions, garlic, ginger and chili, and let them cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vinegar, let it reduce for 1 minute, then add the coconut milk and the tied pandan leaves.
  5. Cover and simmer gently for 50 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the meat is tender.
  6. Remove the pandan leaves, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve piping hot with rice.

Variations and tips

Milder version. Remove the seeds from the chili and reduce the amount of chili powder.

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