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Hawaiian Luau
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 whole pig, cleaned and dressed (40-50 pounds)
- 5 cups of soy sauce
- 3 cups of brown sugar
- 2 cups of pineapple juice
- 1 cup of rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup of sesame oil
- 10 cloves of garlic, minced
- 5 tablespoons of ginger, grated
- 10 cups of cooked white rice
- 4 cups of coconut milk
- 3 pounds of fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks
- 3 pounds of assorted seafood (shrimp, fish, squid)
- 4 cups of shredded coconut
- 2 cups of macadamia nuts, chopped
- 8 cups of mixed tropical fruits (mango, papaya, guava)
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of lime juice
- 1/4 cup of mint leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat a large outdoor grill for high heat.
- In a large bowl, mix together 5 cups of soy sauce, 3 cups of brown sugar, 2 cups of pineapple juice, 1 cup of rice vinegar, 1/2 cup of sesame oil, 10 cloves of minced garlic, and 5 tablespoons of grated ginger to create a marinade.
- Rub the marinade all over the whole pig, inside and out. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Place the pig on the grill and cook for 2 hours, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 30 minutes before carving.
- In a large pot, combine 10 cups of cooked white rice and 4 cups of coconut milk. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is creamy and tender.
- Thread the assorted seafood onto skewers and grill for 5-7 minutes, turning once, until cooked through.
- In a large serving bowl, combine 3 pounds of pineapple chunks, 4 cups of shredded coconut, and 2 cups of chopped macadamia nuts to make a tropical fruit salad.
- In a separate bowl, toss 8 cups of mixed tropical fruits with 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of lime juice, and 1/4 cup of chopped mint leaves to make a fruit salsa.
- Serve the grilled pig, coconut rice, seafood skewers, tropical fruit salad, and fruit salsa on large platters for a traditional Hawaiian luau feast.
The Hawaiian Luau is a traditional feast that originated in Hawaii, featuring a variety of dishes such as kalua pig, lomi lomi salmon, poi, and haupia. The term "luau" refers to the taro leaves often used to wrap food for cooking in an underground oven called an "imu." This communal gathering is a celebration of Hawaiian culture, often accompanied by music, hula dancing, and other forms of entertainment. Chefs and restaurants across Hawaii, such as the iconic Old Lahaina Luau in Maui, are known for their authentic and delicious luau offerings. The key to a successful luau lies in the preparation of the kalua pig, which is traditionally cooked in an imu for hours, resulting in tender, smoky, and flavorful meat. For those unable to attend a traditional luau, replicating the kalua pig at home using a slow cooker or smoker can also yield delicious results.
180 min
8-10
600 calories
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