Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
1 dash

Hawaiian pink salt

ground

1 dash

Ground black pepper

10 lb

Pork butt or leg

1 packages

Banana leaves

1 head

Cabbage

shredded

Step 1
~13 min

Combine Hawaiian pink salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2
~13 min

Rub the salt and pepper mixture onto the pork butt or leg.

Step 3
~13 min

Spread banana leaves out.

Step 4
~13 min

Place the pork on top of the banana leaves.

Step 5
~13 min

Wrap the pork securely in banana leaves.

Step 6
~13 min

Place the wrapped pork in an aluminum foil pan.

Step 7
~13 min

Cover the pan with aluminum foil.

Step 8
~13 min

Place the pan offset in the grill, away from direct flame.

Step 9
~13 min

Cook for 3 hours.

Step 10
~13 min

Remove the pork from the grill.

Step 11
~13 min

Transfer the pork to another aluminum pan.

Step 12
~13 min

Spread shredded cabbage out in the pan.

Step 13
~13 min

Place the cooked pork on top of the cabbage.

Step 14
~13 min

Pour all the drippings over the pork and cabbage.

Step 15
~13 min

Cover the pan.

Step 16
~13 min

Return the pan to the grill for another 30 minutes.

Step 17
~13 min

Serve the Kalua Pig.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Adjust cooking time based on grill temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with poi and lomi salmon.

Serve with rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Poi
Lomi Salmon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Traditional Hawaiian feast dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Luau
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Luau
Party
Celebration
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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