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Lau Lau- Bundles of local Hawaiian ingredients- Kimi Werner Recipe

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Lau Lau

Cultural Context

Originating from Hawaii, Lau Lau is a traditional dish that reflects the islands' rich cultural heritage, combining native ingredients and cooking methods. Traditionally, it was prepared in an underground oven called an imu, where the flavors melded beautifully over hours of slow cooking. Today, Lau Lau is a beloved dish at luaus and family gatherings, showcasing the unique flavors of Hawaiian cuisine.

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6 servings
Servings4
3 cups ti leaves
1 lb collard greens
1 lb taro
1 lb venison
2 tablespoons Hawaiian salt
1 lb NN million fish (tub murmur)
1 cup collard stems

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Prepare the ti leaves by cutting off the spine to make them pliable.

2

Peel the skin off the taro root and cut it into pieces.

3

Salt the venison generously with Hawaiian salt.

4

Salt the NN million fish generously and place it in a ziplock bag to marinate in the fridge for three days.

5

Trim the stems off the collard greens and set them aside for later use.

6

Take five ti leaves for wrapping, as the creator prefers more greens in the dish.

7

Assemble the Lau Lau by taking a piece of taro, a piece of venison, a piece of fish, and some collard stems.

Equipment Needed

baking dishkitchen twinealuminum foilpot for boiling

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishsoy

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