Description
Traditional Pacific Island cooking technique using hot stones and steam.
Technical
The process involves digging a pit, heating stones in a fire, and then burying food in the hot stones and covering it with soil and leaves. The steam from the heated stones cooks the food, resulting in a unique flavor and texture.
Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
smokyearthysteamedwoodyherbalmineral
Wine Analogy
aged Pinot Noir
Coffee Analogy
Sumatra Mandheling
Perfume Analogy
vetiver and smoked wood accord