Mumu
Pork steamed underground on hot stones
Think of it as: Like a Hawaiian luau pig roast, banana leaves and all
Step one: dig a hole. Step two: party.
What does it taste like?
Smoky, earthy pork and sweet potato with a hint of coconut.
SweetSpicySourSaltyFunkSmellTextureSoft and fluffy
What is it?
A pit is dug in the ground, and pork, sweet potatoes and greens wrapped in banana leaves are steamed on red-hot stones. It's made for festivals and big gatherings.Source: Wikipedia
How locals eat it
Made by the whole village for festivals and important gatherings, then shared out.
Watch it
EnglishTap to play (YouTube)Where is it from?
🇵🇬Papua New Guinea
CapitalPort Moresby
Populationabout 11 millionestimate (unverified)
IndustriesNatural gas (LNG), Mining (gold, copper), Farming (coffee, palm oil)
Famous peopleMichael SomareThe "Father of the Nation" who led it to independence
CurrencyKina
And JapanA major battleground of the Pacific War, with memorials to Japanese soldiers around the country.
Fun factOver 800 languages are spoken, more than in any other country.
The flag🇵🇬 A Southern Cross and a bird-of-paradise on a field of red and black.
From Tokyoabout 5,080 kmstraight line, Tokyo to Port Moresby
Getting thereabout 7 hours from Tokyorough guide
✈ Check cheap flights Best timeThe dry season from May to October is best. Also trySaksakKaukau (sweet potato)
✈ Check cheap flights Best timeThe dry season from May to October is best. Also trySaksakKaukau (sweet potato)
🇵🇬 Sounds & life in Papua New Guinea
GudeHello
Latin alphabet
Latin alphabet
Right now…
Anthem"O Arise, All You Sons"
MusicString band Simple, heartfelt bands with guitars and ukuleles
SportRugby league World HeritageKuk Early Agricultural Site and more National animalBird-of-paradise (shown on the flag) FestivalGoroka Show (September, a festival where tribes from all over gather)
MusicString band Simple, heartfelt bands with guitars and ukuleles
SportRugby league World HeritageKuk Early Agricultural Site and more National animalBird-of-paradise (shown on the flag) FestivalGoroka Show (September, a festival where tribes from all over gather)
Ingredients
- Pork 2 kg
- Sweet potatoes (kaukau) 5
- Leafy greens 2 bunches
- Banana leaves, lots
- Coconut milk, a splash
- Large stones, lots
- Firewood, lots
Can't find it? No banana leaves? Wrap everything in foil and bake it in the oven.
How to make it (one way)
- Dig a pit and heat stones in a fire
- Place the hot stones in the pit
- Line with banana leaves and add the meat and vegetables
- Pour over coconut milk, then cover with more leaves and soil
- Steam for 2-3 hours, then dig it up
⚠️ Involves fire and red-hot stones, so you need adults and plenty of open space.