How To Make The Ultimate Laulau

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based option at a lower cost.

ti leaves

🥗Healthier: banana leaves

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Banana leaves are more accessible and can be used for wrapping.

sea salt

🥗Healthier: kosher salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Kosher salt is often less expensive and still provides flavor.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a budget-friendly alternative to fresh fish.

Prepare ti leaves by rinsing and patting dry.

Cut pork and beef into chunks and season with sea salt and pepper.

Mix pork, beef, and butterfish with chopped onion, garlic, and soy sauce in a bowl.

Lay out ti leaves and place a portion of the meat mixture in the center.

Fold the ti leaves around the meat to create a parcel.

Wrap the parcel tightly with additional ti leaves or aluminum foil.

Place the wrapped parcels in a steamer basket over boiling water.

Steam for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and flavors meld.

Remove from steamer and let cool slightly before unwrapping.

Serve warm with rice or as part of a traditional Hawaiian plate lunch.

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