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A bowl of assorted foods on a wooden table. The bowl contains sliced grilled chicken, thinly sliced meat drizzled with white sauce, a nest of noodles, a colorful mix of shredded vegetables, and red roe. A small dish of more red roe and a light-colored sauce are next to the bowl.

Satu’li Bowl Recipe

Step out of reality and into Pandora – World of Avatar with these delicious Satu'li bowls from Satu'li Canteen at Walt Disney World.
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Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Marinating Time 20 hours
Total Time 1 day 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Disney
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 20 ounces lo mein noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 tablespoons juicy popping boba balls, for garnish
Slow-Roasted Beef
  • 3 pounds beef roast (you won't use ALL the roast, but to make it work for slicing you will want to make the full amount and just use as much as you need)
  • ½ cup  olive oil
  • ¼ cup  red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
  • 1  tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon nion powder
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Grilled Canteen Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • ¼ cup canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Crunchy Slaw
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Creamy Herb Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼  cup water
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon  ground sumac (see notes above)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ⅛  teaspoon ground turmeric
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Grill

Method
 

Slow-Roasted Beef
  1. Step 1: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together all remaining roast ingredients until well combined.
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  2. Step 2: Place beef roast in a resealable plastic bag. Pour mixture over the roast and seal the bag, pressing out as much air as you can. Marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
    A piece of raw meat is marinating in a clear, ziplock plastic bag. The marinade contains various herbs, spices, and red pepper flakes, creating a speckled appearance on the meat. The bag is sealed and resting on a white surface.
  3. Step 3: Remove beef from the bag and discard excess marinade. Place roast in a roasting pan. Roast, uncovered, at 200 degrees F for 3-4 hours or until internal temperature reaches 130 degrees F. Remove from oven and cover with foil. Allow to rest for 30-40 minutes.
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  4. Step 4: Using a sharp carving knife, slice into very thin slices to serve over your satu'li bowls.
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Grilled Canteen Chicken
  1. Step 1: Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all remaining chicken ingredients. Pour the mixture over the chicken and seal the bag, pressing out as much air as you can. Marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
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  2. Step 2: Remove the chicken from the bag and discard the excess marinade. Grill over medium heat until chicken is completely cooked through, reaching a temperature of 165 degrees F. Remove from the grill and cover with foil. Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes.
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  3. Step 3: Cut chicken into cubes and serve over satu'li bowls.
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Crunchy Slaw
  1. Step 1: Place the shredded carrot and shredded cabbage in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Set aside.
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  2. Step 2: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss the mixture with the carrot-cabbage mixture until well coated.
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  3. Step 3: Serve immediately over the satu'li bowls.
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Creamy Herb Dressing
  1. Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Pulse or blend until well combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
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  2. Step 2: Note: When you first make the dressing it will have no color to it. After it sets you will notice the natural color from the spices will make it look light green, just like in the park.
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Assembly
  1. Step 1: Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions. Drain well and allow to cool. Toss in olive oil and refrigerate until ready to eat. You can serve the lo mein noodles warm, but they are served cold at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
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  2. Step 2: Divide lo mein noodles among 6 pasta-sized bowls.
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  3. Step 3: Add about ½ cup beef and ½ cup chicken to each bowl, or just divide evenly. Add slaw to each bowl and top each with about 2 tablespoons of boba balls.
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  4. Step 4: Serve with ¼ cup creamy herb dressing per bowl.
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Notes

  • The beef, the chicken, and the dressing should be made the night before so they can sit overnight. The slaw and lo mein can be prepared right before assembling. 
  • When you first make the creamy herb dressing, it will have no color to it. After it sets you will notice the natural color from the spices will make it look light green, just like in the park. You can serve it on the side or drizzle it over the meat. 
  • You can find ground sumac in a small packet at any Asian market. If you can’t find sumac, lemon zest is a decent substitute.