What is the tradition of the 'boil-up', a hearty one-pot meal combining pork bones, watercress or puha, kūmara, potatoes, and doughboys (dumplings) that is a cornerstone of Māori home cooking?
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The boil-up is a quintessential comfort food, descended from the introduction of European ingredients to traditional Māori cooking — it is especially popular at large whānau gatherings and community events.