How to Make Lau Lau - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lau Lau is a traditional Hawaiian dish that has been enjoyed by the islanders for generations. This delectable dish is made by wrapping pieces of pork and fish in taro leaves, then steaming them until tender and bursting with flavor. The result is a savory and succulent combination of meats and vegetables that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Originally, Lau Lau was made by the native Hawaiians as a way to preserve and cook meats in an underground oven, known as an imu. These und...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound salt butterfish, rinsed several times to remove excess salt
  • ½ pound pork butt, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 4 boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Hawaiian sea salt
  • 8 ti leaves
  • 1 pound taro leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Season fish, pork and chicken with Hawaiian sea salt. Place 2 ti leaves in an X on a flat surface for each of the 4 servings.
  • Place 1/4 of each of the fish, pork and chicken onto the center of 3 or 4 taro leaves. Wrap securely with the taro leaves, then place each wrap on a set of ti leaves. Tie the ends of the ti leaves together with a piece of string.
  • Place the bundles in a large steamer, and steam for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    278 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 1422mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 59mg
    • Calcium: 144mg
    • Iron: 19mg
    • Potassium: 1129mg