Stews

Feke mo Lolo

Tuvalu

Octopus simmered in creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices (onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin); a Tuvaluan dish that combines local octopus with introduced spices; the coconut milk gives richness and the spices add depth; often served dish at feasts and local eateries.

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Feke mo Lolo sticker illustration

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What it is

A closer look at Feke mo Lolo.

Octopus simmered in creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices (onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin); a Tuvaluan dish that combines local octopus with introduced spices; the coconut milk gives richness and the spices add depth; often served dish at feasts and local eateries.

What to look for

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Tender octopus pieces in a creamy, golden coconut milk broth with aromatic spices; the octopus is slow-cooked until tender; the spices give warmth and complexity; served with rice or root crops; a Tuvaluan favorite; found at gatherings and restaurants.

Where it belongs

Origins and
traditions.

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Native to

Tuvalu

Country-wide tradition

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Names around the table

One food, more than one name.

Feke mo Loloprimary
Feke mo Lololocal · 🇹🇻
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