Sapasui Recipe (Samoan Chop Suey)

Sapasui is the Samoan version of chop suey, made with vermicelli noodles, meat, soy-based seasoning, and simple vegetables cooked together in one pan. It is a practical family meal with plenty of flavor and the kind of texture that works well for weeknight dinners or shared plates.

If you enjoy this style of Pacific cooking, you may also want to try chicken curry the Pacific way, coconut and chilli beef curry.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces vermicelli noodles
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 pound chicken thighs or pork, sliced thin
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 cups cabbage, shredded
• 1 carrot, sliced thin
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 cup water or stock

Instructions

1. Soak the vermicelli noodles in warm water until softened, then drain and set aside.
2. Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the sliced meat until lightly browned.
3. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until fragrant.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and water or stock.
5. Add the cabbage and carrot and cook until just tender.
6. Add the drained noodles and toss until they absorb the sauce and soften fully.
7. Finish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Helpful Tips

• Do not oversoak the noodles or they can turn too soft in the pan.
• Add a little extra stock if the noodles need more moisture while cooking.
• Slice the meat thinly so it cooks quickly and evenly.

FAQ

Can I use chicken or pork for sapasui?

Yes. Both are common and work well with the soy-based sauce and noodles.

What noodles work best for sapasui?

Thin vermicelli or bean thread noodles are the most common choice because they absorb sauce quickly.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount per Serving
Calories	289 kcal
Fat	7.9 g
Saturated Fat	2.1 g
Carbohydrates	57.7 g
Sugar	6.6 g
Fiber	4.6 g
Protein	32.4 g
Sodium	208.6 mg
Cholesterol	85.9 mg