Polynesian food in balance without bearing? (3)

I believe the answer is:

poi

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'polynesian food' is the definition.
'poi' can be an answer for 'food' (poi is a kind of food). I am not certain of the 'polynesian' bit.

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(Another definition for poi that I've seen is " Hawaiian dish".)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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