Pork Or Chicken Lau Lau Recipe
Make Pork Or Chicken Lau Lau Recipe in just 4h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients
Cooking Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Meat
In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, Hawaiian sea salt, minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped green onions. Mix well. Add the pork shoulder or chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Leaves
If using ti leaves, wash them thoroughly under cold water. If using banana leaves, pass them over an open flame for a few seconds to make them more pliable. Lay out the leaves flat on a clean surface.
Wrapping
- 3
Wrap the Meat
Take a piece of the marinated pork or chicken and place it in the center of a ti or banana leaf. Fold the sides of the leaf over the meat, then roll it up tightly, forming a packet. Use kitchen twine or toothpicks to secure the wrap. Repeat with the remaining meat.
Cooking
- 4
Steam the Lau Lau
In a large steamer pot, add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, place the wrapped lau lau packets in the steamer basket, cover, and steam for about 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 5
Serving
Once cooked, carefully unwrap the lau lau packets. Serve hot with rice or poi, and enjoy the delicious flavors!
