Aupa na Kokonas Sup
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Leafy greens (aibika or spinach), chopped — 500 g (1 lb 2 oz)
- Coconut milk — 360 ml (12 fl oz)
- Onion, chopped — 1
- Garlic, minced — 1 clove
- Water — 480 ml (16 fl oz)
- Oil — 1 tbsp
- Salt — to taste
Method
- Heat the oil in a pot and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the water and bring to a boil.
- Add the chopped greens and simmer for 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the coconut milk and simmer gently for a further 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and serve hot.
Introduction: A warming soup of leafy greens simmered in coconut milk, a nourishing everyday dish found across Papua New Guinea's diverse regions.
Cultural Background: Leafy green vegetables like aibika are grown widely across Papua New Guinea, and simmering them gently in coconut milk is one of the most common, comforting ways they're prepared.
Tips: Simmer gently once the coconut milk is added, to avoid it splitting. Chop the greens evenly so they cook at the same rate.
Variations: Add a little cooked, flaked fish for a heartier soup. Stir in a chopped chilli for extra warmth.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring, until warmed through.
FAQs:
Q: What is aibika?
A: A leafy green vegetable widely grown and eaten across Papua New Guinea, similar in use to spinach.
Q: Can I use frozen spinach?
A: Yes, thaw fully and drain excess liquid before adding to the soup.
- Leafy greens (aibika or spinach), chopped — 500 g (1 lb 2 oz)
- Coconut milk — 360 ml (12 fl oz)
- Onion, chopped — 1
- Garlic, minced — 1 clove
- Water — 480 ml (16 fl oz)
- Oil — 1 tbsp
- Salt — to taste
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