Kalua Pig
Hawaiian

Kalua Pig

A traditional Hawaiian dish of slow-cooked pork, usually prepared in an underground oven known as an imu.

Pork ShoulderPork Shoulder
Hawaiian sea saltHawaiian sea salt
liquid smokeliquid smoke
Banana leavesBanana leaves
PorkPork
saltsalt
Hard6 hours

Where it comes from

Kalua pig is a staple in Hawaiian luau feasts, symbolizing the communal and celebratory aspects of Hawaiian culture.

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What goes into it

How it's made

  1. 1

    Season pork shoulder with Hawaiian sea salt and liquid smoke.

  2. 2

    Wrap pork in banana leaves.

  3. 3

    Slow-cook the wrapped pork in an oven for several hours until tender.

  4. 4

    Shred and serve.

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