Taro & Cassava Croquettes in Coconut Turmeric Sauce (Ulkoy) – Authentic Palau Recipe
Crispy golden Palauan root vegetable fritters served over velvety turmeric coconut sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇵🇼 Palau (Micronesia, Oceania)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Grated taro and squash fritters, Baby spinach, Cherry tomatoes, Coconut milk, Turmeric
Ingredients for Taro & Cassava Croquettes in Coconut Turmeric Sauce (Ulkoy) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) grated taro and squash fritters, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups baby spinach, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with coconut milk
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Palau seasoning (turmeric, garlic, calamansi lime)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and coconut milk for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add grated taro and squash fritters and baby spinach along with turmeric, garlic, calamansi lime, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with cherry tomatoes and serve straight from the skillet.