Nauruan Coconut Fish Stew

Name: Nauruan Coconut Fish Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nauru
Ingredients: 1 lb reef fish, cut into chunks; 2 cups coconut milk; 1 onion, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tomato, diced; Salt and pepper, to taste

4 servings15 min prep25 min cookEasy Nauru

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Nauruan Coconut Fish Stew

Story updated September 17, 2026

Nauru is one of the world's smallest island nations, and its traditional diet has long centered on coconut and fish out of necessity. Coconut fish stew reflects that reliance directly, a simple, resourceful dish built from the limited ingredients the tiny island provides.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1 lb reef fish, cut into chunks
2 cups coconut milk
1 onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tomato, diced
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1Sauté the onion and garlic in a pot with a little oil until softened.
2Add the diced tomato and cook for 3-4 minutes until it breaks down slightly.
3Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
4Add the fish chunks and simmer for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and tender.
5Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6Serve hot over steamed rice.

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