Staples Fijian food



taro , coconuts sale in nadi


taro cool dry starchy root crop, has taste similar artichokes, , important staple special occasions. available in 70 different varieties; turn pink or yellow or remain white after cooking. can grown in soil conditions. taro rich source of fiber.


cassava or tavioka has replaced yams , cultivated , consumed staple crop in fiji. boiled in salt , water until soft , eaten stews , curries.


kumala or sweet potato not traditionally staple native fijian diet. brought papua new guinea. easy grow , provides yield cheapest of root crops , eaten people soups, stews or curries.


breadfruit, uto, staple available seasonally. grown in households in villages.


rice, raisi, brought indian immigrants , grown domestic use around fiji.








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