Best 4 Traditional Sapa Sui Samoan Chop Suey Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Samoa with Sapa Sui, a traditional Samoan Chop Suey that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors. This delectable dish is a symphony of fresh vegetables, succulent meats, and aromatic spices, all simmered together in a rich and flavorful sauce. Sapa Sui is not only a culinary delight but also a versatile dish that can be easily adapted to suit various dietary preferences. From the classic Sapa Sui with chicken and pork to vegetarian and seafood variations, this article presents a collection of recipes that cater to every palate. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, these recipes will guide you through the steps of creating this beloved Samoan dish, ensuring a flavorful and authentic experience in your kitchen.

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TRADITIONAL SAPA SUI (SAMOAN CHOP SUEY)



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I love this recipe! It's cheap, delicious and fast to prepare. It comes from an old boyfriend's mum. She is Samoan and a great cook. As this is a Samoan recipe, you can bet it's going to feed a small army.

Provided by cookingpompom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

250 g mung beans, vermicelli they are also called cellophane (found in the asian section of your supermarket) or 1 glass noodles
2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, diced
2 -4 garlic cloves, crushed (or a good tablespoon of the prepared garlic in a jar)
1 tablespoon of fresh grated gingerroot (or 1 tb of ginger from a jar)
300 g mincemeat (all meats are fine, beef, chicken or pork) or 500 g of chopped meat (all meats are fine, beef, chicken or pork)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cups water
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketjap manis
2 -5 cups chopped vegetables, I love veggies so I added 5 cups (fresh or frozen)
1 teaspoon chicken stock powder or 1 teaspoon beef stock powder

Steps:

  • In a large pan, fry the onion, garlic and ginger until the onion is translucent over a med/high heat.
  • Add and fry the meat for no more than 2 minutes It needs to be just seared. Stir so it doesn't burn.
  • Add the soy sauce and water (the water should almost cover the meat - not totally). Let simmer over a med. heat while you prepare the noodles (about 5 minutes).
  • Prepare the noodles as per the pack instructions (place hot water in a bowl and add the noodles, let stand until they are re-hydrated and plyable).
  • Snip the noodles, you want each strand to be short.
  • Add the noodles plus 1 cup of the water from the noodles.
  • Add the remaining ingredients. It will look soupy - this is normal.
  • Stir and let simmer over a medium heart for 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve as is!

SAPA SUI ( SAMOAN CHOP SUI)



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This is from alohaworld.com. I'm posting it for ZWT7-South Pacific. Note: The weight of the bean thread is a guess. Just use 4 regular sized packages. New Zealand corned beef was specified but any canned product will work.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 6 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 (8 ounce) packages bean thread noodles (cellophane noodle)
4 cups chicken broth
1 large onion, diced
1 -1 1/2 cup soy sauce
3 bunches bok choy, cut long
1 lb new zealand corned beef
1/4 cup oil

Steps:

  • Cook bean thread in broth 3-4 minutes. Turn off heat and set aside until soft enough to cut with scissors.
  • Saute onions in oil until tender. Add corned beef, cook thoroughly.
  • Add bok choy, mix well; then add cut bean thread mixture.
  • Add soy sauce to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1460, Fat 48, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 302.8, Sodium 6514.5, Carbohydrate 185.2, Fiber 15, Sugar 15.2, Protein 75.3

SAMOAN SAPASUI RECIPE



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Sapasui is the version of chop suey enjoyed throughout the Pacific Islands in countries such as Samoa and Fiji. This authentic sapasui recipe uses chicken but beef or any other meat also works just fine.

Provided by Travel Food Atlas

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

250 g Vermicelli noodles
300 g Chicken meat
2 tbsp Peanut oil
1 Large onion
1 cup Soy sauce
2 Carrots
1 tbsp Grated ginger
1 cup Water
1 Chicken stock cube
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat your peanut oil in a pan and on a medium heat add crushed garlic, chopped onion and ginger.
  • Once the garlic starts to slightly brown, add your meat and carrots cut into matchsticks, and leave to cook.
  • In a separate pot cook your vermicelli noodles according to the instructions on the pack.
  • To the meat add your soy sauce, a cup of the noodle water and your stock cube, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Once your noodles are cooked, snip them to around 5cm long and stir them in to the mix.
  • If needed, add more soy sauce and water in small doses to get your required consistency.
  • Add pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 69 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 3670 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat

SAPA SUI



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Sapa sui is the version of Chinese chop suey, popular in Pacific Islands like Samoa and Fiji made with chicken or other meat and cellophane noodles.

Provided by Sarah-Eden Dadoun

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 oz. cellophane noodles
10 oz. chicken thighs ((or lean beef or pork stir-fry))
2 tablespoons peanut oil ((or soybean oil))
1 large red onion (, finely grated)
2 cloves garlic (, crushed)
¾ cup soy sauce
4 tablespoons mushroom soy sauce
1 carrot (, cut into matchsticks)
1 small red bell pepper (, thinly sliced)
1 baby bok choy (, cut lengthwise into pieces)
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 cup water
1 cube chicken stock
Pepper
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
2 scallions (, cut into sections)
Wok

Steps:

  • Cut the meat into small pieces. Set aside.
  • Heat a wok over medium heat and add the oil.
  • Add the onion, garlic and ginger and mix well.
  • Once the mixture begins to brown slightly, add the meat, carrot, bok choy and red bell pepper. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
  • In a separate saucepan, cook the cellophane noodles according to the package directions.
  • To the meat, add the mushroom soy sauce, soy sauce, water and stock cube. Mix well and simmer over low to medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Once the noodles are cooked, cut them to about 2 inches (5 cm) long and add them to the mixture in the wok. Mix well.
  • Add pepper to taste, sprinkle with scallions and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 1841 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Sapa Sui is a dish that is best made with fresh vegetables. If you can, try to use organic vegetables whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Sapa Sui is a stir-fry dish, so it's important to not overcook the vegetables. They should be cooked until they are tender-crisp.
  • Use a good quality soy sauce: Soy sauce is one of the key ingredients in Sapa Sui, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a soy sauce that is made with natural ingredients and has a rich, umami flavor.
  • Serve with rice: Sapa Sui is traditionally served with rice. However, you can also serve it with noodles or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Sapa Sui is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is packed with fresh vegetables and has a savory, slightly sweet flavor. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy your vegetables, then Sapa Sui is the perfect dish for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Sapa Sui a try. You won't be disappointed!

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