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Federated States of Micronesia Essentials

A considered first route through Federated States of Micronesia: the foods that carry its everyday habits, celebrations, ingredients, and memory.

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Pohnpei State (Capital FSM), Fiji

Suhka

Pounded Pohnpei kava roots are strained into an earthy bowl drink shared during ceremonies and gatherings.

Pohnpei State (Capital FSM), Federated States of Micronesia

Breadfruit halves roasted over stones and coconut husks, a named Pohnpeian earth-oven preparation.

Kosrae State (Eastern FSM), Federated States of Micronesia

Sup Usr

Skipjack, coconut milk, banana, and pepper form a Kosraean soup served at family gatherings.

Federated States of Micronesia

Mahr

Fermented breadfruit preserved in lined pits, providing a long-storing food in FSM communities.

Pohnpei State (Capital FSM), Federated States of Micronesia

Chicken sautéed with crushed Pohnpei pepper and onions, a named local FSM preparation.

Pohnpei State (Capital FSM), Federated States of Micronesia

Octopus simmered in coconut milk with taro leaves and chili, a Pohnpeian home-style stew.